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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Cali is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 12h 27m.

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 29m and costs $250 - $370.

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 15h 45m.

How far is it from Quito to Cali?

The distance between Quito and Cali is 525 km. The road distance is 718.6 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 15h 45m and costs $65 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m 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 719 km. It takes approximately 12h 27m to drive from Quito to Cali.

Where can I stay near Cali?

There are 1117+ hotels available in Cali.

Quito to Cali - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 4 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, fly
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cali (CLO)plane UIO - CLO
6h 29m
$252–368
Drive 718.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quito to Calicar 718.6 km
12h 27m
$41–59
Bus via Popayan Airport (PPN)
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Rumichacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Ipiales to Terminal Popayánbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
15h 45m
$66–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Rumichacabus Cúcuta / ...
2. Take the bus from Ipiales to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
16h 39m
$48–80

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

78Weekly Planes

5h 11mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 525.4 km
Duration: 6h 29m

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 15h 45m.

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