What is the cheapest way to get from Atacames to Tumbaco?

The cheapest way to get from Atacames to Tumbaco is to bus via Quito which costs $15 - $30 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atacames to Tumbaco?

The fastest way to get from Atacames to Tumbaco is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Atacames and Tumbaco?

No, there is no direct bus from Atacames to Tumbaco. However, there are services departing from Atacames and arriving at Tumbaco via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Atacames to Tumbaco?

The distance between Atacames and Tumbaco is 340 km. The road distance is 318.8 km.

How do I travel from Atacames to Tumbaco without a car?

The best way to get from Atacames to Tumbaco without a car is to bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $16 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Atacames to Tumbaco?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Atacames to Tumbaco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atacames to Tumbaco bus from?

Atacames to Tumbaco bus services, operated by Trans Esmeraldas S.A., depart from Atacames station.

Where does the Atacames to Tumbaco bus arrive?

Atacames to Tumbaco bus services, operated by Trans Esmeraldas S.A., arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Atacames to Tumbaco?

Yes, the driving distance between Atacames to Tumbaco is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Atacames to Tumbaco.

Where can I stay near Tumbaco?

There are 839+ hotels available in Tumbaco.

Atacames to Tumbaco - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Atacames to Tumbaco by bus or car

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 Atacames to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Atacames / ...
7h 21m
$17–26
Bus via Quito
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Atacames to Quitobus Atacames
8h 41m
$15–30
Drive 318.8 km
1. Drive from Atacames to Tumbacocar 318.8 km
4h 38m
$19–27
Bus via Esmeraldas
1. Take the bus from Esmeraldas to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus Esmeraldas / ...
7h 52m
$22–36

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Atacames to Tumbaco.

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Distance: 340.4 km
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Atacames, Ecuador and Tumbaco, Ecuador?

Trans Esmeraldas S.A. operates a bus from Atacames to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–15 and the journey takes 6h. Two other operators also service this route.

Operators

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