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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Machala to Ambato

Composite routes from Machala to Ambato

Cheapest
5 h 28 min
Car
363 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transportes Azuay

Phone:
+593-07 2823163
Email:
Website:
transportesazuay.com/
Bus from Machala to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.59–$17.72

Cooperativa De Transportes Salcedo

Phone:
+593 03 272 9346
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/p/Cooperativa-De-Transportes-De-Pasajeros-Primavera-Salcedo-Ecuador-100063505992653/?locale=ru_RU
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cooperativa De Transporte Interprovincial San Miguel

Phone:
+593 95 877 5117
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069932811086
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA

Phone:
+593 3 252 1073
Email:
Website:
cooperativasanta.ec/
Bus from Machala to Ambato
Ave. Duration:
6h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58

BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo

Phone:
+59 30 3392 0215
Email:
Website:
cooperativabanos.com/
Bus from Machala to Ambato
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Email:
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Bus from Cuenca to Ambato
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$21.52

Pullman Sucre Internacional

Phone:
+593 07 282 2329
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/Transportes-Pullman-Sucre-PullSucre-S-A-136104303073640/
Bus from Machala to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.01

Airlines

Go2Sky

Website:
go2sky.aero/
Plane from Machala to Mariscal
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$20.25–$240.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Machala to Ambato?

The cheapest way to get from Machala to Ambato is to bus which costs $10.87 - $22.83 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machala to Ambato?

The fastest way to get from Machala to Ambato is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $19.57 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Machala and Ambato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Machala and arriving at Ambato. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Machala to Ambato?

The distance between Machala and Ambato is 368 km. The road distance is 366.8 km.

How do I travel from Machala to Ambato without a car?

The best way to get from Machala to Ambato without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $10.87 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Machala to Ambato?

The bus from Machala to Ambato takes 6h 29m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Machala to Ambato bus from?

Machala to Ambato bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, depart from Machala station.

Where does the Machala to Ambato bus arrive?

Machala to Ambato bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, arrive at Ambato station.

Can I drive from Machala to Ambato?

Yes, the driving distance between Machala to Ambato is 367 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Machala to Ambato.

Where can I stay near Ambato?

There are 69+ hotels available in Ambato. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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