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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Carchi is to bus which costs $5 - $12 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Carchi is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Carchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Quito Terminal Carcelén and arriving at Tulcán. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Quito to Carchi?

The distance between Quito and Carchi is 217 km. The road distance is 235.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Carchi without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $5 - $12.

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

The bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcán takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Quito to Carchi bus from?

Quito to Carchi bus services, operated by Pullman Carchi, depart from Quito Terminal Carcelén station.

Where does the Quito to Carchi bus arrive?

Quito to Carchi bus services, operated by Pullman Carchi, arrive at Tulcán station.

Can I drive from Quito to Carchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Carchi is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Quito to Carchi.

Where can I stay near Carchi?

There are 63+ hotels available in Carchi.

Quito to Carchi - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Quito to Carchi by bus, car, or taxi

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 Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcánbus Quito
4h 10m
$5–12
Drive 235.4 km
1. Drive from Quito to Tulcáncar 235.4 km
3h 37m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Quito to Tulcántaxi 235.4 km
3h 37m
$110–140
Bus via Ibarra
1. Take the bus from Quito to Ibarrabus Ibarra / ...
2. Take the bus from Ibarra to Tulcánbus Lago Agrio
4h 58m
$11–23

Quito to Carchi by bus

1428Weekly Buses

4h 10mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 216.7 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Carchi, Ecuador?

Pullman Carchi operates a bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcán every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Seven other operators also service this route.

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