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Quito to Cuenca

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Five ways to Travel from Quito to Cuenca

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By car (447 km)
6 h 25 min
447 km.
from $24
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Rideshare
6 h 25 min
447 km.
from $17.01
Bus via Latacunga
6 h 31 min
300 km.
from $18.09
Bus
7 h 9 min
300 km.
from $25.17

Transport providers

Airlines

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

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

Bus operators

EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes

Email:
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Latacunga
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.05–$5.70
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Flota Pelileo

Phone:
+593 3-287-1787
Email:
Website:
flotapelileo.com.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.44–$7.59

Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA

Phone:
+593 3 252 1073
Email:
Website:
cooperativasanta.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Latacunga
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.43
Bus from Ambato to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
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 Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
8h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$27.85

Expreso Baños

Phone:
+593 98 046 7208
Website:
cooperativabanos.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.44–$8.86

Turismo Oriental

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

Flota Imbabura

Phone:
+593 95 889 6029
Website:
flotaimbabura.com/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$17.72

Viajeros Internacional

Phone:
+593 99 645 6618
Email:
Website:
viajerosinternacional.com.ec/
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$25.32

Super Taxis Cuenca

Phone:
+593 98 731 4698
Email:
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.02

Cooperativa De Transporte Interprovincial Nacional Saquisili

Phone:
(+593) - 32721152
Email:
Bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Latacunga
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Cuenca is to bus which costs $11.96 - $23.91 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Cuenca is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Cuenca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Cuenca. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Quito to Cuenca?

The distance between Quito and Cuenca is 359 km. The road distance is 447.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Cuenca without a car is to bus via Latacunga which takes 6h 31m and costs $13.04 - $23.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Quito to Cuenca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Cuenca bus from?

Quito to Cuenca bus services, operated by EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Bus or fly from Quito to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Quito to Cuenca is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Latacunga, which costs $13.04 - $23.91 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Quito to Cuenca bus arrive?

Quito to Cuenca bus services, operated by EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes, arrive at Latacunga station.

Can I drive from Quito to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Cuenca is 448 km. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Quito to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 451+ hotels available in Cuenca. Prices start at $18.37 per night.
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