How to Travel from
Quito to El Calafate
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from Quito to El Calafate
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Cheapest
By car (7 712 km)
4 d 3 h 3 min
7712 km.
from $424
Other
Bus, Plane (Bus to Coca)
29 h 12 min
5602 km.
from $504.80
Bus (Bus)
5 d 3 h 53 min
5598 km.
from $781.89
Bus, Plane (Fly Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Puerto Natales)
22 h 3 min
5602 km.
from $10.87
Bus via Bariloche
5 d 12 h 44 min
5602 km.
from $676.78
Bus (Bus #2)
6 d 3 h 16 min
5600 km.
from $852.83
Transport providers
Bus operators
Marga Taqsa
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to El
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$46.83
Bus from Terminal de Omnibus Bariloche to El
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$177.21–$303.79
Bus from Luis Piedrabuena to El
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.37–$82.28
Viatac
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1 to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
36h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$151.89–$253.16
Andesmar
Bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2d 5h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$103.53–$329.10
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Bariloche
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.95–$126.58
Tramat
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1 to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
40h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$164.55–$240.50
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1 to Luis
Ave. Duration:
36h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$151.89–$227.84
La Veloz Del Norte
Bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2d 14h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$189.87–$338.90
Cruz Del Sur International
Phone:
+51 1 311-5050
Website:
cruzdelsur.com.pe/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Lima
Ave. Duration:
35h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$60.76–$107.59
El Rapido Internacional
Phone:
+1 305 677 0535
Email:
Website:
turismoandesmar.com/Buses/El-Rapido-Internacional
Bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Córdoba
Ave. Duration:
2d 14h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$338.90
Lineas de Los Andes
Bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Gran
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$113.92–$151.89
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Gran
Ave. Duration:
28h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$253.16
Transportes Occidentales
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyo
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.02–$16.46
Bus from Babahoyo to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.44–$8.86
Transportes Ecuador
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyo
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.82–$17.09
Panamericana Internacional
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyo
Ave. Duration:
6h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Southroad
Email:
Website:
southroad.com.ar/
Bus from Cerro Castillo to El
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$139.87
Servitur Excursiones
Bus from Terminal Rodoviario to Cerro
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Expreso Baños
Phone:
+593 98 046 7208
Website:
cooperativabanos.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to El
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Airlines
Aerolíneas Argentinas
Website:
aerolineas.com.ar/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to El
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$354.42–$1,075.91
Plane from Coca to El
Ave. Duration:
20h 45m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$303.79–$886.04
Sky Airline
Website:
skyairline.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
13h 46m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$582.26–$1,772.09
LATAM Chile
Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to El
Ave. Duration:
15h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$405.05–$1,139.20
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$594.92–$1,772.09
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Quito to El Calafate?
The cheapest way to get from Quito to El Calafate is to bus and fly which costs $271.74 - $815.22 and takes 29h 12m.
What is the fastest way to get from Quito to El Calafate?
The fastest way to get from Quito to El Calafate is to fly which takes 13h 11m and costs $326.09 - $978.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Quito and El Calafate?
No, there is no direct bus from Quito to El Calafate. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at El Calafate via Babahoyo, Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil, Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1 and Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 3h.
How far is it from Quito to El Calafate?
The distance between Quito and El Calafate is 5675 km. The road distance is 7727.6 km.
How do I travel from Quito to El Calafate without a car?
The best way to get from Quito to El Calafate without a car is to bus which takes 5 days 3h and costs $423.91 - $706.52 .
How long does it take to get from Quito to El Calafate?
It takes approximately 13h 11m to get from Quito to El Calafate, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Quito to El Calafate bus from?
Quito to El Calafate bus services, operated by Transportes Ecuador, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.
Bus or fly from Quito to El Calafate?
The best way to get from Quito to El Calafate is to fly which takes 13h 11m and costs $326.09 - $978.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $423.91 - $706.52 and takes 5 days 3h.
Where does the Quito to El Calafate bus arrive?
Quito to El Calafate bus services, operated by Transportes Ecuador, arrive at Babahoyo station.
What is the time difference between Quito and El Calafate?
El Calafate is 2h ahead of Quito. It is currently 05:30 in Quito and 07:30 in El Calafate.
Can I drive from Quito to El Calafate?
Yes, the driving distance between Quito to El Calafate is 7728 km. It takes approximately 4 days 2h to drive from Quito to El Calafate.
Where can I stay near El Calafate?
There are 398+ hotels available in El Calafate. Prices start at $50.79 per night.
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