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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Cali is to bus which costs $25 - $55 and takes 18h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Cali is to car and fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $190 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Cali?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to Cali. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Terminal de Transporte Cali via Rumichaca, Terminal Ipiales and Terminal Popayán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 51m.

How far is it from Quito to Cali?

The distance between Quito and Cali is 525 km. The road distance is 712.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Cali without a car is to bus via Popayan Airport (PPN) which takes 17h 51m and costs $60 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Quito to Cali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Cali bus from?

Quito to Cali bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Cali bus arrive?

Quito to Cali bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Rumichaca station.

Can I drive from Quito to Cali?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Cali is 712 km. It takes approximately 12h 28m to drive from Quito to Cali.

Where can I stay near Cali?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Cali.

Quito to Cali - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Quito to Cali by car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cali (CLO)UIO - CLO
6h 19m
$192–396
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quito to Ibarra
2. Take the bus from Ibarra to Tulcán
3. Take the bus from Ipiales to Terminal de Transporte Cali
18h 11m
$26–54
Bus via Popayan Airport (PPN)
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Rumichaca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Ipiales to Terminal Popayán
3. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal de Transporte Cali
17h 51m
$64–79
Drive 712.1 km
1. Drive from Quito to Cali712.1 km
12h 28m
$41–59
Bus to Ipiales, fly
1. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcán
2. Fly from Ipiales (IPI) to Cali (CLO)IPI - CLO
6h 56m
$205–424
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to RumichacaLima-Cucuta
2. Take the bus from Ipiales to Terminal de Transporte Cali
18h 45m
$48–69

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cali (CLO) flights

53Weekly Planes

5h 4mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 525.4 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal de Transporte Cali via Rumichaca, Terminal Ipiales, and Terminal Popayán in around 17h 51m.

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