Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Quito
Cuenca Ecuador
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Quito to Cuenca Ecuador Destination Reviews

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Everything went smoothly. Thank you.
Quito to Cuenca Ecuador, Bus Standard, Super Taxi Cuenca - CT, Nov 29, 2025
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Quito to Cuenca Ecuador, Bus Standard, Alianza Flota Imbabura - CT, May 30, 2025
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Quito to Cuenca Ecuador Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Cooperativa Santa - CT
Standard
00:00
08:00
$15.50
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:15
06:15
$82.46
Flight
Avianca
Economy
06:00
07:05
$81.30
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:30
07:26
$80.72
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:48
07:44
$122.53
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:05
18:26
$123.87
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:32
19:19
$162.59
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:16
09:12
$97.56
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:35
19:03
$96.94
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:58
19:19
$152.01
Flight
Avianca
Economy
09:20
10:20
$79.56
Flight
Avianca
Economy
09:40
10:38
$119.62
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
09:56
15:50
$108.30
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
10:23
15:50
$126.83
Bus
Cooperativa Santa - CT
Standard
10:45
18:45
$15.50
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
11:14
18:00
$117.69
Flight
Avianca
Economy
11:30
19:03
$157.95
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
12:00
18:27
$88.74
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
12:25
13:21
$81.93
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
12:41
13:37
$81.30

How to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Travelling between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 81.64 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.40.

How long does it take to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador. Flight will bring you to your destination in 56m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Cuenca Ecuador.

How much does it cost to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador?

Travelling between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador can be as cheap as USD 17.40 if you opt for a Alianza Flota Imbabura - CT bus and as expensive as USD 81.64 if you buy a LATAM Airlines Group flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador ?

  • 29 from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador starting from 00:00 Quito Quitumbe Bus Terminal until 23:30 Quito Quitumbe Bus Terminal
  • 10 from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador starting from 06:32 Quito Airport until 18:40 Quito Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 52.00.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Avianca, Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Alianza Flota Imbabura - CT, Cooperativa Santa - CT, Super Taxi Cuenca - CT, Turismo Oriental - CT

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Quito and Cuenca Ecuador

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

What is the most popular transport to get from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus
  • 4% bought a taxi ride

Transportation from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Facts about the transport from Quito to Cuenca Ecuador

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport56m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day39
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, LATAM Airlines Group