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

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Mindo is to bus which costs $19 - $26 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Mindo is to fly and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $80 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Mindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Mindo. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Mindo via Terminal Terrestre de Ambato, San Diego and Terminal La Ofelia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Mindo?

The distance between Cuenca and Mindo is 470 km. The road distance is 509 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuenca to Mindo without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 8h 15m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Cuenca to Mindo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Mindo bus from?

Cuenca to Mindo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, depart from Cuenca station.

Where does the Cuenca to Mindo bus arrive?

Cuenca to Mindo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, arrive at Ambato station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Mindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Mindo is 509 km. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Cuenca to Mindo.

Where can I stay near Mindo?

There are 108+ hotels available in Mindo.

Cuenca to Mindo - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, plane, and Tour

There are 6 ways to get from Cuenca to Mindo by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Ambato
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Alóag
3. Take the taxi from Alóag to Mindo
8h 15m
$56–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Ambato
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Ambato to Quito
3. Take the bus from Terminal La Ofelia to Mindo
9h 56m
$19–26
Drive 509 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Mindo509 km
7h 46m
$29–42
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)CUE - UIO
2. Take the bus from Terminal La Ofelia to Mindo
5h 1m
$84–142
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Riobamba
2. Take the bus from Riobamba to Quito
3. Take the bus from Quito to Mindo
14h 32m
$95–106
Bus, Tour via Baños de Agua Santa
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Baños de Agua Santa
2. Take the bus from Baños de Agua Santa to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
3. Take the bus from Quito to Mindo
18h 24m
$93–105

Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

37Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 470.2 km
Duration: 8h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Cuenca to Mindo via Ambato, Terminal Terrestre de Ambato, Quito, San Diego, Terminal de la Ofelia, and Terminal La Ofelia in around 9h 56m.

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