Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

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Quito to Cuenca Ecuador Schedule

Quito to Cuenca Ecuador Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any time$ 581.87
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140705:20 - 06:15$ 85.13
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140907:00 - 07:54$ 83.10
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140110:00 - 10:54$ 83.10
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140112:59 - 13:54$ 135.21
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140315:24 - 16:18$ 86.38
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA140317:01 - 17:56$ 208.35
Avianca Economy #AV160618:29 - 19:31$ 71.93
Avianca Economy 20:38 - 19:02$ 114.29
Flota Imbabura Standard AC 22:00 - 09:00$ 17.72

Transportation from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Facts about the transport from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure5:20 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day22
Distance550 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Daytrip, Flota Imbabura, LATAM Airlines Group

How to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Travelling between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 581.66 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.79.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 11 hours to travel between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h to reach Cuenca Ecuador.

How much does it cost to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador?

Travelling between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador can be as cheap as USD 16.79 if you opt for a Flota Imbabura bus and as expensive as USD 581.66 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador ?

  • 13 from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador starting from 17:30 Terminal de Carcelen until 23:00 Terminal Quitumbe
  • 6 from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador starting from 05:20 Quito Airport until 20:35 Quito Airport
  • 3 from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador starting from 00:00 Quito Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Quito Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 78.00.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Flota Imbabura

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus