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

The cheapest way to get from Manta to Ambato is to bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manta to Ambato is to fly and car and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $95 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Manta and Ambato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manta and arriving at Ambato. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Manta to Ambato?

The distance between Manta and Ambato is 393 km. The road distance is 339 km.

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

The best way to get from Manta to Ambato without a car is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $11 - $17.

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

The bus from Manta to Ambato takes 7h 14m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Manta to Ambato bus from?

Manta to Ambato bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, depart from Manta station.

Where does the Manta to Ambato bus arrive?

Manta to Ambato bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Ambato station.

Can I drive from Manta to Ambato?

Yes, the driving distance between Manta to Ambato is 339 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Manta to Ambato.

Where can I stay near Ambato?

There are 75+ hotels available in Ambato.

Manta to Ambato - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manta to Ambato 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
best
1. Take the bus from Manta to Ambatobus Manta / ...
7h 14m
$11–17
Drive 339 km
1. Drive from Manta to Ambatocar 339 km
6h 18m
$20–28
Fly, car, bus
1. Fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane MEC - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
3. Take the bus from Quito to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus
4h 35m
$99–194
Bus via Chone
1. Take the bus from Manta to Chonebus Manta / ...
2. Take the bus from Chone to Ambatobus Manta / ...
7h 29m
$19–28

Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

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50 minAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 392.8 km
Duration: 7h 14m

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

Reina del Camino operates a bus from Manta to Ambato 4 times a day. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 7h 14m. Cooperativa de Transporte Carlos Alberto Aray also services this route 5 times a day.

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