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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Loja is to bus which costs $16 - $27 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Loja is to car and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $160 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Loja?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Loja. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Quito to Loja?

The distance between Quito and Loja is 519 km. The road distance is 608.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Loja without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $16 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Quito to Loja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Loja bus from?

Quito to Loja bus services, operated by Unión Cariamanga Internacional, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Loja bus arrive?

Quito to Loja bus services, operated by Unión Cariamanga Internacional, arrive at Loja station.

Can I drive from Quito to Loja?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Loja is 608 km. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Quito to Loja.

Where can I stay near Loja?

There are 118+ hotels available in Loja.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Quito to Loja 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 to Loja
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH)UIO - LOH
3h 55m
$161–334
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to LojaQuito / ...
11h 30m
$16–27
Drive 608.4 km
1. Drive from Quito to Loja608.4 km
10h 13m
$35–50
Car, fly to Cuenca, bus
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE)UIO - CUE
3. Take the bus from Cuenca to Loja
6h 19m
$107–182
Car, fly to Santa Rosa Regional Airport, bus
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR)UIO - ETR
3. Take the bus from La Avanzada to Catamayo
6h 3m
$184–357
Bus via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to AmbatoAmbato
2. Take the bus from Ambato to LojaLoja / ...
12h 19m
$18–35

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH) flights

34Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 519 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Unión Cariamanga Internacional operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Loja hourly. Tickets cost $16–24 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional also services this route once daily.

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