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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cuenca to Otavalo

Composite routes from Cuenca to Otavalo

Cheapest
7 h 45 min
Car
543 km.
from $29
Other
3 h 46 min
Plane, Bus
358 km.
from $125.48
12 h 31 min
358 km.
from $32.80
7 h 18 min
358 km.
from $20

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

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

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Email:
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Bus from Cuenca, Ecuador to Quito
Ave. Duration:
10h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

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

Flota Imbabura

Phone:
+593 95 889 6029
Website:
flotaimbabura.com/
Bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Otavalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.54–$6.96
Bus from Cuenca to Otavalo
Ave. Duration:
9h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.99–$21.52

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 Otavalo
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Cooperativa de Transportes Unidos

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Otavalo is to bus which costs $16.30 - $18.48 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Otavalo is to fly and bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Otavalo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cuenca and arriving at Otavalo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Otavalo?

The distance between Cuenca and Otavalo is 426 km. The road distance is 546.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuenca to Otavalo without a car is to bus via Riobamba which takes 7h 18m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Cuenca to Otavalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Otavalo bus from?

Cuenca to Otavalo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, depart from Cuenca station.

Where does the Cuenca to Otavalo bus arrive?

Cuenca to Otavalo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, arrive at Riobamba station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Otavalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Otavalo is 546 km. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Cuenca to Otavalo.

Where can I stay near Otavalo?

There are 169+ hotels available in Otavalo. Prices start at $9.83 per night.
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