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

The cheapest way to get from Manta to Shell is to bus via Ambato which costs $16 - $25 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manta to Shell is to fly and car and bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $100 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Manta and Shell?

No, there is no direct bus from Manta to Shell. However, there are services departing from Manta Terminal Terrestre and arriving at Shell via Puyo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Manta to Shell?

The distance between Manta and Shell is 560 km. The road distance is 427.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Manta to Shell without a car is to bus which takes 9h 22m and costs $27 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Manta to Shell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manta to Shell bus from?

Manta to Shell bus services, operated by BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo, depart from Manta Terminal Terrestre station.

Where does the Manta to Shell bus arrive?

Manta to Shell bus services, operated by BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo, arrive at Puyo station.

Can I drive from Manta to Shell?

Yes, the driving distance between Manta to Shell is 427 km. It takes approximately 8h 12m to drive from Manta to Shell.

Where can I stay near Shell?

There are 66+ hotels available in Shell.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Manta to Shell 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 Terminal Terrestre to Puyobus Manta
9h 22m
$28–40
Bus via Ambato
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manta to Ambatobus Ambato / ...
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Shellbus Ambato
11h 17m
$17–24
Drive 427.3 km
1. Drive from Manta to Shellcar 427.3 km
8h 12m
$25–35
Fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, 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
4. Take the bus from Ambato to Shellbus
7h 52m
$106–197
Bus via Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
1. Take the bus from Manta to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Manta
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Shellbus Shell
11h 35m
$24–34
Fly to Cuenca, bus
1. Fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE)plane MEC - CUE
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Puyobus
8h 11m
$150–323

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

23Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 559.9 km
Duration: 9h 22m

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

BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo operates a bus from Manta Terminal Terrestre to Puyo once daily. Tickets cost $19–28 and the journey takes 8h.

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