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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Putumayo is to bus and drive via Nueva Loja which costs $25 - $35 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Putumayo is to car and fly and bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $110 - $220.

How far is it from Quito to Putumayo?

The distance between Quito and Putumayo is 322 km. The road distance is 458.5 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Quito to Putumayo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Quito to Putumayo?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Putumayo is 458 km. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Quito to Putumayo.

Where can I stay near Putumayo?

There are 55+ hotels available in Putumayo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Quito to Putumayo 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, bus
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Coca (OCC)plane UIO - OCC
3. Take the bus from Coca - Puerto Francisco de Orellana to Lago Agriobus
5h 30m
$119–218
Bus, drive via Nueva Loja
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Lago Agríobus
2. Drive from Lago Agrío to La Hormigacar
3. Take the bus from La Hormiga to Mocoabus
10h 19m
$25–34
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Sevillabus
2. Drive from Sevilla to La Hormigacar
3. Take the bus from La Hormiga to Mocoabus
9h 35m
$28–39
Drive 458.5 km
1. Drive from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Mocoacar 458.5 km
7h 55m
$26–38

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Coca (OCC) flights

19Weekly Planes

37 minAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Quito to Putumayo.

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Distance: 321.9 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Quito to Putumayo. However, you can drive to Quito Airport, walk to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) airport, fly to Coca (OCC), walk to Coca - Puerto Francisco de Orellana, take the bus to Lago Agrio, then drive to La Dorada. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Mocoa via Sevilla and La Hormiga in around 9h 35m.

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