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

The cheapest way to get from Manta to Cuenca is to bus via Manta which costs $14 - $45 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manta to Cuenca is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $170 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Manta and Cuenca?

No, there is no direct bus from Manta to Cuenca. However, there are services departing from Manta and arriving at Cuenca via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Manta to Cuenca?

The distance between Manta and Cuenca is 291 km. The road distance is 380 km.

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

The best way to get from Manta to Cuenca without a car is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $14 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Manta to Cuenca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manta to Cuenca bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Manta to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Manta to Cuenca is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $170 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Manta to Cuenca bus arrive?

Manta to Cuenca bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

Can I drive from Manta to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Manta to Cuenca is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Manta to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 431+ hotels available in Cuenca.

Manta to Cuenca - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manta to Cuenca 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
best
1. Fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE)plane MEC - CUE
3h 27m
$179–331
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manta to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Manta
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil / ...
6h 58m
$14–50
Drive 380 km
1. Drive from Manta to Cuencacar 380 km
5h 50m
$22–32
Bus via Manta
1. Take the bus from Manta to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Manta
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil / ...
7h 18m
$14–43
Bus via Cuenca
1. Take the bus from Manta to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Manta
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil
8h 15m
$15–21

Manta to Cuenca by bus

147Weekly Buses

6h 58mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 291.3 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manta to Cuenca via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 6h 58m.

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