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

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Manta is to bus via Manta which costs $15 - $45 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Manta is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $160 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Manta?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Manta. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Manta via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Manta?

The distance between Cuenca and Manta is 291 km. The road distance is 381.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuenca to Manta without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs $16 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Cuenca to Manta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Manta bus from?

Cuenca to Manta bus services, operated by Super Taxis Cuenca, depart from Cuenca station.

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Manta?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Manta is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $160 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $25 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cuenca to Manta bus arrive?

Cuenca to Manta bus services, operated by Super Taxis Cuenca, arrive at Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Manta?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Manta is 382 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Cuenca to Manta.

Where can I stay near Manta?

There are 188+ hotels available in Manta.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cuenca to Manta by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane CUE - MEC
2h 41m
$162–326
Bus via Manta
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Mantabus Guayaquil
8h 45m
$15–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Mantabus Guayaquil
7h 20m
$16–24
Drive 381.8 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Mantacar 381.8 km
5h 47m
$22–32
Bus via Manta #2
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Mantabus Guayaquil
8h 55m
$16–20

Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) flights

11Weekly Planes

4h 8mAverage Duration

$143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.3 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Cuenca, Ecuador and Manta, Ecuador?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cuenca to Manta via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 7h 20m.

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