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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Riobamba is to bus which costs $5 - $18 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Riobamba is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Riobamba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Riobamba. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Quito to Riobamba?

The distance between Quito and Riobamba is 176 km. The road distance is 185.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Riobamba without a car is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs $5 - $18.

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

The bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobamba takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Quito to Riobamba bus from?

Quito to Riobamba bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Patria, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Riobamba bus arrive?

Quito to Riobamba bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Patria, arrive at Riobamba station.

Can I drive from Quito to Riobamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Riobamba is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Quito to Riobamba.

Where can I stay near Riobamba?

There are 83+ hotels available in Riobamba.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Quito to Riobamba 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 Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to RiobambaRiobamba / ...
3h 14m
$5–18
Drive 185.6 km
1. Drive from Quito to Riobamba185.6 km
2h 42m
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Quito to Riobamba185.6 km
2h 42m
$100–130
Bus via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal Terrestre de AmbatoQuito / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Ambato to RiobambaIbarra / ...
4h
$8–26

Quito to Riobamba by bus

1134Weekly Buses

3h 14mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.6 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cooperativa de Transportes Patria operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobamba every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–18 and the journey takes 3h 14m. 10 other operators also service this route.

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