How to Travel from
Ambato to Zaruma
by Route or Car
Schedule
Ambato, Ecuador → Zaruma, Ecuador
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}
Composite routes from Ambato to Zaruma
Cheapest
6 h 53 min
Car
448 km.
from $24
Other
7 h 32 min
Bus, Taxi
291 km.
from $92.64
12 h 22 min
292 km.
from $27.50
7 h 31 min
Bus, Plane
292 km.
from $10.87
7 h 7 min
Bus, Plane
292 km.
from $10.87
8 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
292 km.
from $10.87
Transport providers
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
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Loja
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$556.94
Transportes Azuay
Bus from Cuenca to Pasaje
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$15.19
Bus from Cuenca to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.23–$18.99
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 San Miguel de Salcedo to Terminal
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 San Miguel de Salcedo to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA
Bus from Ambato to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional
Bus from Ambato to Cuenca
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$21.52
Transportes TAC
Bus from Cuenca to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial
Phone:
+593 (07) 2976-455
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057476979166
Bus from Santa Rosa to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Bus from Ambato to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Cuenca to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.02
Bus from Machala to Zaruma
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Airlines
Go2Sky
Website:
go2sky.aero/
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Loja
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$341.76
Plane from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Machala
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$29.11–$329.10
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ambato to Zaruma?
The cheapest way to get from Ambato to Zaruma is to bus via Cuenca Airport (CUE) which costs $16.30 - $34.78 and takes 12h 22m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ambato to Zaruma?
The fastest way to get from Ambato to Zaruma is to drive which takes 6h 44m and costs $23.91 - $36.96 .
Is there a direct bus between Ambato and Zaruma?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambato and arriving at Zaruma. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.
How far is it from Ambato to Zaruma?
The distance between Ambato and Zaruma is 553 km. The road distance is 447.1 km.
How do I travel from Ambato to Zaruma without a car?
The best way to get from Ambato to Zaruma without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 7h 32m and costs $54.35 - $76.09 .
How long does it take to get from Ambato to Zaruma?
It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Ambato to Zaruma, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ambato to Zaruma bus from?
Ambato to Zaruma bus services, operated by Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial, depart from Ambato station.
Where does the Ambato to Zaruma bus arrive?
Ambato to Zaruma bus services, operated by Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial, arrive at Zaruma station.
Can I drive from Ambato to Zaruma?
Yes, the driving distance between Ambato to Zaruma is 447 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Ambato to Zaruma.
Where can I stay near Zaruma?
There are eight+ hotels available in Zaruma. Prices start at $33.40 per night.
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