What is the cheapest way to get from Cali to Riobamba?

The cheapest way to get from Cali to Riobamba is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 15h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cali to Riobamba?

The fastest way to get from Cali to Riobamba is to fly and drive which takes 7h 30m and costs $240 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Cali and Riobamba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cali to Riobamba. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transporte Cali and arriving at Riobamba via Terminal Ipiales, Rumichaca and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 28m.

How far is it from Cali to Riobamba?

The distance between Cali and Riobamba is 712 km. The road distance is 897.8 km.

How do I travel from Cali to Riobamba without a car?

The best way to get from Cali to Riobamba without a car is to bus which takes 20h 28m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Cali to Riobamba?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Cali to Riobamba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cali to Riobamba bus from?

Cali to Riobamba bus services, operated by Bolivariano, depart from Terminal de Transporte Cali station.

Where does the Cali to Riobamba bus arrive?

Cali to Riobamba bus services, operated by Bolivariano, arrive at Ipiales station.

Can I drive from Cali to Riobamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cali to Riobamba is 898 km. It takes approximately 15h 29m to drive from Cali to Riobamba.

Where can I stay near Riobamba?

There are 25+ hotels available in Riobamba.

Cali to Riobamba - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cali to Riobamba by plane, car, or bus

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

Fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, car, bus
best
1. Fly from Cali (CLO) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane CLO - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
3. Take the bus from Quito to Riobambabus
8h 45m
$219–381
Drive 897.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cali to Riobambacar 897.8 km
15h 29m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobambabus
20h 28m
$52–99
Fly to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Cali (CLO) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE)plane CLO - GYE
2. Drive from Guayaquil-Airport-GYE to Riobambacar
7h 30m
$240–462
Bus via Popayan Airport (PPN)
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Popayánbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipialesbus
3. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus
5. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Ambato to Riobambabus
21h 27m
$71–115

Cali (CLO) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

82Weekly Planes

4h 51mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cali to Riobamba.

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Distance: 712.3 km
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Cali, Colombia and Riobamba, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Riobamba via Ipiales, Terminal Ipiales, Rumichaca, and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe in around 20h 28m.

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