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

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to bus which costs $19 - $25 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $120 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Portoviejo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Portoviejo. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Portoviejo via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and Jipijapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The distance between Cuenca and Portoviejo is 406 km. The road distance is 360.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo without a car is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 7h 39m and costs $28 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Portoviejo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 7h 39m and costs $28 - $40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $310 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Cuenca to Portoviejo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Portoviejo is 361 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Cuenca to Portoviejo.

Where can I stay near Portoviejo?

There are 37+ hotels available in Portoviejo.

Cuenca to Portoviejo - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo 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 via Jipijapa
best
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Jipijapabus
3. Take the bus from Jipijapa to Portoviejobus
7h 39m
$28–36
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
8h
$18–48
Drive 360.8 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Portoviejocar 360.8 km
5h 56m
$21–30
Fly
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane CUE - MEC
4h 56m
$125–302
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
7h 45m
$19–24

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

11Weekly Planes

3h 58mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo.

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Distance: 405.7 km
Duration: 7h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Cuenca to Portoviejo via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and Jipijapa in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) twice daily.

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