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

The cheapest way to get from Machala to Tena is to bus via Cumandá which costs $24 - $40 and takes 21h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machala to Tena is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $12 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Machala and Tena?

No, there is no direct bus from Machala to Tena. However, there are services departing from Machala and arriving at Tena Terminal Terrestre via Cuenca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Machala to Tena?

The distance between Machala and Tena is 585 km. The road distance is 499.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Machala to Tena without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $12 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Machala to Tena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machala to Tena bus from?

Machala to Tena bus services, operated by Transportes Azuay, depart from Machala station.

Where does the Machala to Tena bus arrive?

Machala to Tena bus services, operated by Transportes Azuay, arrive at Cuenca station.

Can I drive from Machala to Tena?

Yes, the driving distance between Machala to Tena is 500 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Machala to Tena.

Where can I stay near Tena?

There are 85+ hotels available in Tena.

Machala to Tena - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Machala to Tena by bus or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Machala to Cuencabus Cuenca / ...
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Tena Terminal Terrestrebus Tena
8h 42m
$13–42
Drive 499.9 km
1. Drive from Machala to Tenacar 499.9 km
8h 42m
$29–41
Bus via Guarumales
1. Take the bus from Machala to Cuencabus
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Guarumalesbus
3. Take the bus from Guarumales to Puyobus
4. Take the bus from Puyo to Tenabus
8h 42m
$25–49
Bus via Cumandá
1. Take the bus from Machala to Cumandábus Riobamba / ...
2. Take the bus from Bucay to Tenabus Tena
21h 41m
$24–40

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Distance: 584.5 km
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Machala to Tena Terminal Terrestre via Cuenca in around 8h 42m.

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