What is the cheapest way to get from Loja to Carchi?

The cheapest way to get from Loja to Carchi is to bus which costs $15 - $30 and takes 15h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loja to Carchi?

The fastest way to get from Loja to Carchi is to fly and bus which takes 7h 31m and costs $130 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Loja and Carchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Loja and arriving at Tulcán. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 30m.

How far is it from Loja to Carchi?

The distance between Loja and Carchi is 693 km. The road distance is 852.5 km.

How do I travel from Loja to Carchi without a car?

The best way to get from Loja to Carchi without a car is to bus which takes 15h 30m and costs $15 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Loja to Carchi?

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Loja to Carchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loja to Carchi bus from?

Loja to Carchi bus services, operated by Viajeros Internacional, depart from Loja station.

Where does the Loja to Carchi bus arrive?

Loja to Carchi bus services, operated by Viajeros Internacional, arrive at Tulcán station.

Can I drive from Loja to Carchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Loja to Carchi is 852 km. It takes approximately 13h 37m to drive from Loja to Carchi.

Where can I stay near Carchi?

There are 60+ hotels available in Carchi.

Loja to Carchi - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Loja to Carchi 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 from Loja, bus
best
1. Fly from Loja (LOH) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane LOH - UIO
2. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to San Gabrielbus
7h 31m
$134–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loja to Tulcánbus Loja
15h 30m
$15–30
Drive 852.5 km
1. Drive from Loja to Tulcáncar 852.5 km
13h 37m
$49–70
Bus to Cuenca, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Cuencabus
2. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane CUE - UIO
3. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to San Gabrielbus
10h 44m
$75–185
Bus to Santa Rosa Regional Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Loja to Santa Rosabus
2. Fly from Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane ETR - UIO
3. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to San Gabrielbus
11h 5m
$157–457
Bus via Quito
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Loja
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Tulcánbus Quito / ...
16h 25m
$19–38

Loja (LOH) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

34Weekly Planes

51 minAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 692.8 km
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between Loja, Ecuador and Carchi, Ecuador?

Viajeros Internacional operates a bus from Loja to Tulcán 3 times a day. Tickets cost $15–21 and the journey takes 15h 30m. Micro San Cristobal also services this route twice daily.

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