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

The cheapest way to get from Loja to Manta is to bus which costs $18 - $24 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loja to Manta is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $250 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Loja and Manta?

No, there is no direct bus from Loja to Manta. However, there are services departing from Loja and arriving at Manta via Naranjal and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Loja to Manta?

The distance between Loja and Manta is 593 km. The road distance is 558.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Loja to Manta without a car is to bus via Naranjal which takes 8h 32m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Loja to Manta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loja to Manta bus from?

Loja to Manta bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Nambija, depart from Loja station.

Bus or fly from Loja to Manta?

The best way to get from Loja to Manta is to bus via Naranjal which takes 8h 32m and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $250 - $430 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Loja to Manta bus arrive?

Loja to Manta bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Nambija, arrive at Naranjal station.

Can I drive from Loja to Manta?

Yes, the driving distance between Loja to Manta is 559 km. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Loja to Manta.

Where can I stay near Manta?

There are 221+ hotels available in Manta.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Loja to Manta 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 Naranjal
best
1. Take the bus from Loja to Naranjalbus
2. Take the bus from Naranjal to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Mantabus
8h 32m
$19–35
Drive 558.9 km
1. Drive from Loja to Mantacar 558.9 km
8h 37m
$32–46
Bus to Cuenca, fly
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Cuencabus
2. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane CUE - MEC
9h 26m
$138–321
Bus
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Loja / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Mantabus Guayaquil
13h 45m
$19–24
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Loja to Machalabus
2. Take the bus from Machala to Montañitabus
3. Take the bus from Montañita to Mantabus
17h 22m
$26–44
Fly from Loja
1. Fly from Loja (LOH) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane LOH - MEC
5h 3m
$257–423

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

8Weekly Planes

6h 14mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 592.9 km
Duration: 8h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Loja to Manta via Naranjal and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, Go2Sky, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., and two other airlines fly from Loja (LOH) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) once daily.

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