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

The cheapest way to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca is to bus which costs $17 - $50 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $120 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Portoviejo and Cuenca?

No, there is no direct bus from Portoviejo to Cuenca. However, there are services departing from Portoviejo and arriving at Cuenca via Jipijapa and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Portoviejo to Cuenca?

The distance between Portoviejo and Cuenca is 405 km. The road distance is 361.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca without a car is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 6h 24m and costs $21 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portoviejo to Cuenca bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Portoviejo to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 6h 24m and costs $21 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $340 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Portoviejo to Cuenca bus arrive?

Portoviejo to Cuenca bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Jipijapa station.

Can I drive from Portoviejo to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Portoviejo to Cuenca is 362 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Portoviejo to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 445+ hotels available in Cuenca.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Portoviejo to Cuenca by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Jipijapa
best
1. Take the bus from Portoviejo to Jipijapabus
2. Take the bus from Jipijapa to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus
6h 24m
$22–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portoviejo to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus San Vicente / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil / ...
7h 16m
$18–49
Drive 361.8 km
1. Drive from Portoviejo to Cuencacar 361.8 km
5h 58m
$27–39
Fly
1. Fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE)plane MEC - CUE
4h 32m
$125–333
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Portoviejo to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus San Vicente / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil
8h 10m
$19–27

Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE) flights

18Weekly Planes

4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 405.4 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Portoviejo to Cuenca via Jipijapa and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and LATAM Chile fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Cuenca (CUE) 3 times a day.

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