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

The cheapest way to get from Buga to Manta is to bus via Popayan Airport (PPN) which costs $50 - $75 and takes 27h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buga to Manta is to bus and fly which takes 8h 29m and costs $280 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Buga and Manta?

No, there is no direct bus from Buga to Manta. However, there are services departing from Buga and arriving at Manta via Terminal de Transporte Cali, Terminal Ipiales, Rumichaca and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 57m.

How far is it from Buga to Manta?

The distance between Buga and Manta is 748 km. The road distance is 1148.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Buga to Manta without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 26h 46m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Buga to Manta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buga to Manta bus from?

Buga to Manta bus services, operated by Cooperativa Ciudad Señora, depart from Buga station.

Where does the Buga to Manta bus arrive?

Buga to Manta bus services, operated by Cooperativa Ciudad Señora, arrive at Terminal de Transporte Cali station.

Can I drive from Buga to Manta?

Yes, the driving distance between Buga to Manta is 1149 km. It takes approximately 18h 45m to drive from Buga to Manta.

Where can I stay near Manta?

There are 232+ hotels available in Manta.

Buga to Manta - 7 ways to travel via bus, plane, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Buga to Manta by bus, plane, taxi, 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 to Cali, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Buga to Cali Airport
2. Fly from Cali (CLO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)CLO - MEC
8h 29m
$285–618
Bus via Popayan Airport (PPN)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buga to Terminal de Transporte Cali
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Popayán
3. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipiales
4. Take the bus from Tulcán to Quito Terminal Carcelén
5. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Manta Terminal Terrestre
27h 28m
$52–71
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Buga to Terminal de Transporte Cali
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Ipiales
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
4. Take the taxi from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to San Augusto
5. Take the bus from San Augusto to Santo Domingo de los Colorados
6. Take the bus from Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas to Manta Terminal Terrestre
26h 46m
$103–150
Drive 1,148.7 km
1. Drive from Buga to Manta1,148.7 km
18h 45m
$66–95
Bus to Pereira, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buga to Terminal de Transportes de Pereira
2. Fly from Pereira (PEI) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)PEI - MEC
12h 2m
$101–427
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buga to Terminal de Transporte Cali
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Ipiales
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Manta
26h 57m
$58–88
Bus via Manta
1. Take the bus from Buga to Terminal de Transporte Cali
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Ipiales
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Manta
27h 50m
$59–96

Cali (CLO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) flights

20Weekly Planes

7h 24mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 747.5 km
Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Buga, Colombia and Manta, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Buga to Manta via Terminal de Transporte Cali, Ipiales, Terminal Ipiales, Rumichaca, and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe in around 26h 57m.

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