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

The cheapest way to get from Riobamba to Quito is to bus which costs $5 - $18 and takes 3h 13m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Riobamba and Quito?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riobamba and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Riobamba to Quito?

The distance between Riobamba and Quito is 178 km. The road distance is 186.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Riobamba to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $5 - $18.

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

The bus from Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe takes 3h 13m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Riobamba to Quito bus from?

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

Where does the Riobamba to Quito bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riobamba to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Riobamba to Quito is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Riobamba to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 849+ hotels available in Quito.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Riobamba to Quito 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 Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre QuitumbeRiobamba / ...
3h 13m
$5–18
Drive 186.6 km
1. Drive from Riobamba to Quito186.6 km
2h 42m
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riobamba to Quito186.6 km
2h 42m
$100–130
Bus via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre de AmbatoIbarra / ...
2. Take the bus from Ambato to AlóagAmbato
4h 3m
$5–29

Riobamba to Quito by bus

1043Weekly Buses

3h 13mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177.7 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Cooperativa de Transportes Patria operates a bus from Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–18 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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