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

The cheapest way to get from Arauca to Quito is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 29h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arauca to Quito is to fly and car which takes 5h 28m and costs $220 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Arauca and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from Arauca to Quito. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transportes de Arauca and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Salitre, Terminal Ipiales and Rumichaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 57m.

How far is it from Arauca to Quito?

The distance between Arauca and Quito is 1208 km. The road distance is 1695.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Arauca to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 43h 57m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Arauca to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arauca to Quito bus from?

Arauca to Quito bus services, operated by Trans Alianza, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Arauca station.

Where does the Arauca to Quito bus arrive?

Arauca to Quito bus services, operated by Trans Alianza, arrive at Terminal Salitre station.

Can I drive from Arauca to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Arauca to Quito is 1695 km. It takes approximately 29h 4m to drive from Arauca to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 825+ hotels available in Quito.

Arauca to Quito - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Arauca to Quito by plane, car, bus, or taxi

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

Fly, car
best
1. Fly from Arauca (AUC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)AUC - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quito
5h 28m
$225–775
Drive 1,695.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arauca to Quito1,695.3 km
29h 4m
$97–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Arauca to Terminal Salitre
2. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminales de Transportes de Ipiales
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
43h 57m
$100–151
Bus via Terminal de Transportes de Arauca
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Arauca to Terminal Salitre
2. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminales de Transportes de Ipiales
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
46h 17m
$100–142
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Arauca to Tame
2. Take the bus from Tame to Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Medellín
4. Take the taxi from Medellín to Rumichaca
5. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
47h 15m
$717–756

Arauca (AUC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

32Weekly Planes

6h 7mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,208.3 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Arauca, Colombia and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Terminal de Transportes de Arauca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Salitre, Terminales de Transportes de Ipiales, Terminal Ipiales, and Rumichaca in around 43h 57m.

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