What is the cheapest way to get from Pasto to Quito?

The cheapest way to get from Pasto to Quito is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasto to Quito?

The fastest way to get from Pasto to Quito is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Pasto and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasto to Quito. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Pasto and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Ipiales and Rumichaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Pasto to Quito?

The distance between Pasto and Quito is 333 km. The road distance is 324.5 km.

How do I travel from Pasto to Quito without a car?

The best way to get from Pasto to Quito without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $65 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Pasto to Quito?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Pasto to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasto to Quito bus from?

Pasto to Quito bus services, operated by Cootranar, depart from Terminal de Pasto station.

Where does the Pasto to Quito bus arrive?

Pasto to Quito bus services, operated by Cootranar, arrive at Terminal Ipiales station.

Can I drive from Pasto to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasto to Quito is 324 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Pasto to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 859+ hotels available in Quito.

Pasto to Quito - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pasto to Quito by taxi, 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.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Pasto to Rumichacataxi
2. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Cúcuta
4h 39m
$66–82
Drive 324.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasto to Quitocar 324.5 km
5h
$19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Pasto to Terminal Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Cúcuta
9h 32m
$37–47

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 333.1 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Pasto, Colombia and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Terminal de Pasto to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe via Terminal Ipiales and Rumichaca in around 9h 32m.

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