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

The cheapest way to get from Chile to Quito is to bus which costs $150 - $280 and takes 3 days 19h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chile to Quito is to fly and car which takes 8h 22m and costs $280 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chile and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from Chile to Quito. However, there are services departing from PA448-Avenida Matta / esq. San Diego and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Sur de Santiago and Lima Javier Prado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 19h.

How far is it from Chile to Quito?

The distance between Chile and Quito is 2797 km. The road distance is 4989 km.

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

The best way to get from Chile to Quito without a car is to bus via Lima which takes 3 days 18h and costs $300 - $420.

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Chile to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chile to Quito bus from?

Chile to Quito bus services, operated by Cruz Del Sur International, depart from Terminal Sur de Santiago station.

Where does the Chile to Quito bus arrive?

Chile to Quito bus services, operated by Cruz Del Sur International, arrive at Lima Javier Prado station.

Can I drive from Chile to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Chile to Quito is 4989 km. It takes approximately 2 days 17h to drive from Chile to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 874+ hotels available in Quito.

Chile to Quito - 4 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chile to Quito 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, car
best
1. Fly from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)ANF - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quito
8h 22m
$289–653
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Lima Javier Prado
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
3d 19h
$151–271
Bus via Lima
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte
2. Take the bus from Lima Javier Prado to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
3d 18h
$301–416
Drive 4,989 km
1. Drive from Santiago to Quito4,989 km
2d 17h
$616–889

Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

6Weekly Planes

10h 35mAverage Duration

$248Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,797 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Chile and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a subway from La Moneda Dirección San Pablo to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Estación Central Dirección San Pablo, Terminal San Borja, Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, Lima - Surquillo, and Lima Javier Prado in around 3d 18h.

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