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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Palanda is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Palanda is to car and fly and taxi which takes 4h 56m and costs $220 - $410.

How far is it from Quito to Palanda?

The distance between Quito and Palanda is 615 km. The road distance is 722.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Palanda without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 14h 30m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Quito to Palanda, including transfers.

Can I drive from Quito to Palanda?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Palanda is 723 km. It takes approximately 12h 38m to drive from Quito to Palanda.

Where can I stay near Palanda?

There are 16+ hotels available in Palanda.

Quito to Palanda - 5 ways to travel via car, plane, taxi, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Quito to Palanda by car, plane, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airport
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH)UIO - LOH
3. Take the taxi from Loja (LOH) to Palanda
4h 56m
$220–405
Drive 722.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quito to Palanda722.8 km
12h 38m
$41–60
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Loja
2. Take the bus from Loja to Vilcabamba
3. Take the taxi from Vilcabamba to Palanda
14h 30m
$43–64
Car, fly to Cuenca, bus, taxi
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
4. Take the bus from Loja to Vilcabamba
5. Take the taxi from Vilcabamba to Palanda
9h 19m
$134–219
Bus, taxi via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Ambato
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Loja
3. Take the bus from Loja to Palmira
4. Take the taxi from Palmira to Palanda
15h 56m
$42–63

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

34Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Quito to Palanda.

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Distance: 615.3 km
Duration: 4h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Quito to Palanda. However, you can drive to Quito Airport, walk to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) airport, fly to Loja (LOH), then take the taxi to Palanda. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Loja, take the bus to Vilcabamba, then take the taxi to Palanda.

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