What is the cheapest way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

The cheapest way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca is to bus which costs $12 - $15 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

The fastest way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $90 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Tumbaco and Cuenca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tumbaco and arriving at Cuenca. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

The distance between Tumbaco and Cuenca is 336 km. The road distance is 424.4 km.

How do I travel from Tumbaco to Cuenca without a car?

The best way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tumbaco to Cuenca bus from?

Tumbaco to Cuenca bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, depart from Tumbaco station.

Bus or fly from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $90 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $15 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Tumbaco to Cuenca bus arrive?

Tumbaco to Cuenca bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, arrive at Cuenca station.

Can I drive from Tumbaco to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Tumbaco to Cuenca is 424 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Tumbaco to Cuenca.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 485+ hotels available in Cuenca.

Tumbaco to Cuenca - 4 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca by plane, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE)UIO - CUE
1h 15m
$93–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tumbaco to CuencaCuenca
7h 30m
$12–15
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Tumbaco to Alóag
2. Take the bus from Alóag to Ambato
3. Take the bus from Ambato to Cuenca
6h 49m
$37–56
Drive 424.4 km
1. Drive from Tumbaco to Cuenca424.4 km
6h 54m
$25–35

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE) flights

39Weekly Planes

1h 8mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tumbaco to Cuenca.

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Distance: 336.5 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Tumbaco, Ecuador and Cuenca, Ecuador?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flota Imbabura operates a bus from Tumbaco to Cuenca once daily. Tickets cost $12–15 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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