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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cuenca to Cotacachi

Composite routes from Cuenca to Cotacachi

Cheapest
7 h 55 min
Car
553 km.
from $30
Other
7 h 28 min
364 km.
from $25.98
12 h 4 min
364 km.
from $30.52
4 h 45 min
Plane, Bus
364 km.
from $124.17
12 h 16 min
364 km.
from $29.61

Transport providers

Airlines

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Cuenca to Mariscal
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$202.52

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Cuenca to Mariscal
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$215.18

Bus operators

EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes

Email:
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA

Phone:
+593 3 252 1073
Email:
Website:
cooperativasanta.ec/
Bus from Cuenca to Riobamba
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Email:
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$27.85

Amazonas Cooperativa de Transportes

Phone:
+593 3-274-0070
Email:
Bus from Cuenca to Riobamba
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.86–$13.92
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Turismo Oriental

Phone:
+593 7-282-4005
Website:
facebook.com/TurismoOriental/
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$24.05
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Touris San Francisco

Phone:
+593 99 704 9828
Email:
Website:
tourisanfrancisco.com/
Bus from Macas to Quito
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$18.99

Flota Imbabura

Phone:
+593 95 889 6029
Website:
flotaimbabura.com/
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$17.72

Viajeros Internacional

Phone:
+593 99 645 6618
Email:
Website:
viajerosinternacional.com.ec/
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.72–$24.05

Super Taxis Cuenca

Phone:
+593 98 731 4698
Email:
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.02

Cooperativa de Transporte Los Lagos

Phone:
+593 6-292-0382
Website:
facebook.com/p/Coop-Trans-Los-Lagos-100071078178700/?locale=es_LA
Bus from Quito - Terminal Carcelén to Cotacachi
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.16–$4.68

Cooperativa de Transportes Patria

Phone:
+593 03 2969314
Website:
cooperativapatria.com/
Bus from Cuenca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.76–$16.46

Cooperativa de Transportes Unidos

Email:
Bus from Riobamba to Otavalo
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Centinela del Oriente Cooperativa de Transporte

Phone:
+593 98 486 1628
Email:
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.23–$17.72

Cooperativa de Transporte 16 de agosto

Phone:
+593 93 904 0601
Website:
facebook.com/p/Coop-16-de-Agosto-Oficial-100088692571878/
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$15.19

Cooperativa de Transportes MACAS

Phone:
+593-72525830
Email:
Website:
coopmacas.com/
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

Cooperativa de Transportes Ciudad de Sucúa

Phone:
+593 07 232 2903
Website:
facebook.com/Coop.Sucua2021/
Bus from Cuenca to Macas
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi?

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi is to bus which costs $11.96 - $35.87 and takes 12h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi?

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi is to fly and bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Cotacachi?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Cotacachi. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Cotacachi via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and Quito - Terminal Carcelén. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Cotacachi?

The distance between Cuenca and Cotacachi is 568 km. The road distance is 555.3 km.

How do I travel from Cuenca to Cotacachi without a car?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi without a car is to bus via Riobamba which takes 7h 28m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

How long does it take to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Cuenca to Cotacachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Cotacachi bus from?

Cuenca to Cotacachi bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, depart from Cuenca station.

Where does the Cuenca to Cotacachi bus arrive?

Cuenca to Cotacachi bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Cotacachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Cotacachi is 555 km. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Cuenca to Cotacachi.

Where can I stay near Cotacachi?

There are 170+ hotels available in Cotacachi. Prices start at $9.83 per night.
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