What is the cheapest way to get from Lima to Quito?

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Quito is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 34h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lima to Quito?

The fastest way to get from Lima to Quito is to fly and car which takes 3h 16m and costs $180 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Quito?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34h.

How far is it from Lima to Quito?

The distance between Lima and Quito is 1377 km. The road distance is 1749.6 km.

How do I travel from Lima to Quito without a car?

The best way to get from Lima to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 34h and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lima to Quito?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Lima to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Quito bus from?

Lima to Quito bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

Where does the Lima to Quito bus arrive?

Lima to Quito bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Lima to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Quito is 1750 km. It takes approximately 25h 14m to drive from Lima to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 781+ hotels available in Quito.

Lima to Quito - 3 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Lima to Quito by plane, car, or bus

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

Fly, car
best
1. Fly from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane LIM - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
3h 16m
$187–419
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Lima-Cucuta
34h
$55–110
Drive 1,749.6 km
1. Drive from Lima to Quitocar 1,749.6 km
25h 14m
$263–380

Lima to Quito by bus

8Weekly Buses

34hAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,377.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Lima, Peru and Quito, Ecuador?

Lineas de Los Andes operates a bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe once daily. Tickets cost $120–220 and the journey takes 34h. Cruz Del Sur International also services this route once a week.

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