What is the cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén is to bus which costs $12 - $55 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Quito Terminal Carcelén?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cuenca, Ecuador and arriving at Quito Terminal Carcelén. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 21m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

The distance between Cuenca and Quito Terminal Carcelén is 342 km. The road distance is 424 km.

How do I travel from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén without a car?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén without a car is to bus via Machachi which takes 6h 46m and costs $13 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén bus from?

Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, depart from Cuenca station.

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Machachi, which costs $13 - $45 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén is 424 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén.

Where can I stay near Quito Terminal Carcelén?

There are 840+ hotels available in Quito Terminal Carcelén.

Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)CUE - UIO
1h 45m
$78–119
Bus via Machachi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to AmbatoLoja
2. Take the bus from Ambato to AlóagAmbato
6h 46m
$13–43
Drive 424 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén424 km
7h 1m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to AmbatoLoja
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Ambato to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeQuito / ...
7h 3m
$15–38
Bus via Puyo
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Guarumales
2. Take the bus from Guarumales to Puyo
3. Take the bus from Puyo to Quito Terminal Carcelén
7h 39m
$19–28
Bus via Riobamba
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to RiobambaQuito / ...
2. Take the bus from Riobamba to Quito CENTRO - Trans Patria OfficeRiobamba / ...
8h 26m
$14–43
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeLoja / ...
9h 4m
$13–51
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Cuenca, Ecuador to Quito Terminal CarcelénCariamanga
10h 21m
$13–35

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

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Distance: 342.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Cuenca, Ecuador and Quito Terminal Carcelén, Ecuador?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cuenca to Quito Terminal Carcelén via Ambato, Alóag, and Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe in around 6h 46m.

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