What is the cheapest way to get from Machala to Jambeli?

The cheapest way to get from Machala to Jambeli is to bus via Quito which costs $27 - $50 and takes 18h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machala to Jambeli?

The fastest way to get from Machala to Jambeli is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 48m and costs $350 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Machala and Jambeli?

No, there is no direct bus from Machala to Jambeli. However, there are services departing from Machala and arriving at Jambeli via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 7m.

How far is it from Machala to Jambeli?

The distance between Machala and Jambeli is 782 km. The road distance is 717.4 km.

How do I travel from Machala to Jambeli without a car?

The best way to get from Machala to Jambeli without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 7h 28m and costs $120 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Machala to Jambeli?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Machala to Jambeli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machala to Jambeli bus from?

Machala to Jambeli bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, depart from Machala station.

Where does the Machala to Jambeli bus arrive?

Machala to Jambeli bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes SANTA, arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Machala to Jambeli?

Yes, the driving distance between Machala to Jambeli is 717 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Machala to Jambeli.

Where can I stay near Jambeli?

There are 16+ hotels available in Jambeli.

Machala to Jambeli - 7 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Machala to Jambeli by bus, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Machala to El CocaBaños
2. Take the taxi from El Coca to Jambeli
7h 28m
$127–165
Bus via Quito
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Machala to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeHuaquillas
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to JambeliQuito
16h 7m
$28–43
Drive 717.4 km
1. Drive from Machala to Jambeli717.4 km
10h 40m
$41–59
Fly from Santa Rosa Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) to Coca (OCC)ETR - OCC
2. Take the taxi from Coca (OCC) to Jambeli
5h 48m
$352–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Machala to Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Loreto
3. Take the bus from Loreto, Orellana, Ecuador to El Coca - Puerto Francisco de Orellana
4. Take the bus from Coca - Puerto Francisco de Orellana to Lago Agrio
10h 26m
$52–87
Bus via Quito #2
1. Take the bus from Machala to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeQuito
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to JambeliQuito
18h 34m
$28–45
Bus to Loja, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Machala to Catamayo
2. Fly from Loja (LOH) to Coca (OCC)LOH - OCC
3. Take the taxi from Coca (OCC) to Jambeli
7h 18m
$389–543

Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) to Coca (OCC) flights

12Weekly Planes

2h 30mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 781.8 km
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Machala, Ecuador and Jambeli, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Machala to Jambeli via Cuenca, Loreto, Orellana, Ecuador, Coca - Puerto Francisco de Orellana, and Lago Agrio in around 10h 26m.

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