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

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Pelileo is to bus via Riobamba which costs $13 - $22 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Pelileo is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $15 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Pelileo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Pelileo. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Pelileo via Terminal Terrestre de Ambato. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Pelileo?

The distance between Cuenca and Pelileo is 301 km. The road distance is 277.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuenca to Pelileo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $15 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Cuenca to Pelileo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Pelileo bus from?

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

Where does the Cuenca to Pelileo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cuenca to Pelileo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Pelileo is 277 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Cuenca to Pelileo.

Where can I stay near Pelileo?

There are 313+ hotels available in Pelileo.

Cuenca to Pelileo - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cuenca to Pelileo by bus, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Ambatobus Loja
4h 52m
$15–27
Bus via Riobamba #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Riobambabus Loja
2. Take the bus from Riobamba to Pelileobus Tena
6h 58m
$13–22
Drive 277.1 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Pelileocar 277.1 km
5h
$16–23
Fly, car, bus
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane CUE - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
3. Take the bus from Quito to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus
5h 50m
$110–183
Bus via Guarumales
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Guarumalesbus
2. Take the bus from Guarumales to Puyobus
3. Take the bus from Puyo to Pelileobus
5h 21m
$17–26
Bus via Riobamba
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Riobambabus Loja / ...
2. Take the bus from Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus Ibarra / ...
6h 49m
$18–36

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

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cuenca to Pelileo.

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Distance: 301.4 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA operates a bus from Cuenca to Ambato every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional also services this route once daily.

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