What is the cheapest way to get from Ambato to Manta?

The cheapest way to get from Ambato to Manta is to bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambato to Manta?

The fastest way to get from Ambato to Manta is to bus and car and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $100 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Ambato and Manta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambato and arriving at Manta. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Ambato to Manta?

The distance between Ambato and Manta is 392 km. The road distance is 339.2 km.

How do I travel from Ambato to Manta without a car?

The best way to get from Ambato to Manta without a car is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $11 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Ambato to Manta?

The bus from Ambato to Manta takes 7h 14m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Ambato to Manta bus from?

Ambato to Manta bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, depart from Ambato station.

Where does the Ambato to Manta bus arrive?

Ambato to Manta bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Manta station.

Can I drive from Ambato to Manta?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambato to Manta is 339 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Ambato to Manta.

Where can I stay near Manta?

There are 225+ hotels available in Manta.

Ambato to Manta - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Ambato to Manta by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ambato to Mantabus Manta / ...
7h 14m
$11–17
Drive 339.2 km
1. Drive from Ambato to Mantacar 339.2 km
6h 17m
$20–28
Bus, car, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Ambato to Quitobus
2. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
3. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane UIO - MEC
5h 18m
$100–194
Bus via Chone
1. Take the bus from Ambato to Chonebus Manta / ...
2. Take the bus from Chone to Mantabus Manta / ...
7h 29m
$20–28

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) flights

23Weekly Planes

51 minAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 391.7 km
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Ambato, Ecuador and Manta, Ecuador?

Reina del Camino operates a bus from Ambato to Manta 4 times a day. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 7h 14m. Cooperativa de Transporte Carlos Alberto Aray also services this route 5 times a day.

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