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Quito to Esmeraldas

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4 h 30 min
328 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Quito to Esmeraldas

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Cheapest
By car (328 km)
4 h 30 min
328 km.
from $18
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Rideshare
4 h 30 min
328 km.
from $12.48
Bus via Quinindé
6 h 56 min
142 km.
from $16.20

Transport providers

Bus operators

Euroairlines

Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.24–$354.42

Trans Esmeraldas S.A.

Phone:
+593 02 392 2300
Email:
Website:
transesmeraldas.com/
Bus from Quito to Esmeraldas
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$20.25

Transportes Occidentales

Phone:
(+59) 0 2303-4291
Email:
Website:
occidentales.ec/
Bus from Quito Terminal Terrestre Carcelén to Quininde
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Cooperativa de Transportes Aerotaxi

Phone:
+593 06 2955200
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/cooperativa.transportes.aerotaxi/photos/?ref=page_internal
Bus from Quininde to Esmeraldas
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.20–$8.86
Bus from Quito to Esmeraldas
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.39–$18.99

Cooperativa Aloag

Phone:
+593 2-238-9652
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/coop.transp.aloag/
Bus from Quito Terminal Terrestre Carcelén to Quininde
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.59–$13.92

Cooperativa de Transportes Zaracay

Phone:
(+593)-0236547894
Email:
Website:
transporteszaracay.com.ec/
Bus from Quito to Esmeraldas
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Esmeraldas is to bus which costs $7.07 - $17.39 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Esmeraldas is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $141.30 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Esmeraldas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Quito and arriving at Esmeraldas. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Quito to Esmeraldas?

The distance between Quito and Esmeraldas is 237 km. The road distance is 320.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Esmeraldas without a car is to bus via Quinindé which takes 6h 56m and costs $10.87 - $20.65 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Quito to Esmeraldas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Esmeraldas bus from?

Quito to Esmeraldas bus services, operated by Cooperativa Aloag, depart from Quito Terminal Terrestre Carcelén station.

Bus or fly from Quito to Esmeraldas?

The best way to get from Quito to Esmeraldas is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $141.30 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus via Quinindé, which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Quito to Esmeraldas bus arrive?

Quito to Esmeraldas bus services, operated by Cooperativa Aloag, arrive at Quininde station.

Can I drive from Quito to Esmeraldas?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Esmeraldas is 321 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Quito to Esmeraldas.
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