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How to Travel from

Quito to Tumbes

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Airlines

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to José
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$27.85–$120.25

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to José
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$506.31

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$202.52
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to José
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$164.55

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$215.18
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to José
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$215.18

Go2Sky

Website:
go2sky.aero/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Machala
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$29.11–$329.10

Bus operators

Euroairlines

Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$594.92

Cruz Del Sur International

Phone:
+51 1 311-5050
Website:
cruzdelsur.com.pe/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tumbes
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.66–$13.92

Lineas de Los Andes

Phone:
+51 9 6788 4526
Website:
lineasdelosandes.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.83–$55.69

Transportes Azuay

Phone:
+593-07 2823163
Website:
transportesazuay.com/
Bus from Santa Rosa to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.15–$4.56
Bus from Cuenca to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$22.78

Transportes Occidentales

Phone:
(+59) 0 2303-4291
Website:
occidentales.ec/
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

Phone:
+593 2 2641205
Website:
transportesecuador.com.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyo
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.82–$17.09

Panamericana Internacional

Phone:
+593 (2) 2557133
Website:
panamericana.ec/
Bus from Santa Rosa to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.04–$3.80
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyo
Ave. Duration:
6h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$17.72

Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA

Phone:
+593 3 252 1073
Website:
cooperativasanta.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$21.52

BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo

Phone:
+59 30 3392 0215
Website:
cooperativabanos.com/
Bus from Machala to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.56–$6.96

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Zapotillo
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Expreso Baños

Phone:
+593 98 046 7208
Website:
cooperativabanos.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Flota Imbabura

Phone:
+593 95 889 6029
Website:
flotaimbabura.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$16.46

Transportes TAC

Phone:
Zaruma: +(593)072949222
Website:
cooperativatac.com
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Huaquillas
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Micro San Cristobal

Phone:
+593 062 980 273
Website:
microsancristobal.com/oficinas.html
Bus from Quito to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$22.78

Express Atenas Compañía de Transportes

Phone:
+593 2-300-7007
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064103738896
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$16.46

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Quito to Tumbes?

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Tumbes is to bus which costs $17.39 - $31.52 and takes 10h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito to Tumbes?

The fastest way to get from Quito to Tumbes is to fly and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $130.43 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Tumbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to Tumbes. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Tumbes via Babahoyo and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 23m.

How far is it from Quito to Tumbes?

The distance between Quito and Tumbes is 508 km. The road distance is 580.7 km.

How do I travel from Quito to Tumbes without a car?

The best way to get from Quito to Tumbes without a car is to bus via Babahoyo which takes 14h 23m and costs $25 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Quito to Tumbes?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Quito to Tumbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Tumbes bus from?

Quito to Tumbes bus services, operated by Transportes Ecuador, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Tumbes bus arrive?

Quito to Tumbes bus services, operated by Transportes Ecuador, arrive at Babahoyo station.

Can I drive from Quito to Tumbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Tumbes is 581 km. It takes approximately 8h 14m to drive from Quito to Tumbes.

Where can I stay near Tumbes?

There are 12+ hotels available in Tumbes. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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