Facts about the transport from Quito to Manta
| Cheapest Transport | $22 |
| Fastest Transport | 48m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:15 PM |
| Departures per day | 8 |
| Distance | 400 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group |
Quito to Manta
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Quito to Manta Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Standard 3pax | Any time | +6h 43m | $260.00 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 01:32 | 17:25 | $1,314.51 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 03:06 | 17:25 | $1,400.36 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 03:42 | 17:25 | $1,387.60 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 04:30 | 05:25 | $88.18 | |
Van | Taxxis Ecuador | Comfort Car | 05:00 | 12:00 | $50.00 | |
Flight | LATAM Airlines Group | Economy | 05:30 | 06:18 | $128.78 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 05:55 | 06:55 | $113.70 | |
Flight | LATAM Airlines Group | Economy | 06:27 | 07:15 | $70.77 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 07:55 | 08:45 | $70.77 | |
Van | Taxxis Ecuador | Comfort Car | 11:00 | 18:00 | $50.00 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 11:48 | 12:38 | $70.77 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 12:44 | 13:34 | $87.02 | |
Flight | Avianca | Economy | 13:36 | 14:26 | $78.31 | |
Van | Taxxis Ecuador | Comfort Car | 14:00 | 21:00 | $50.00 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 14:29 | 17:19 | $1,956.10 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 14:56 | 17:17 | $1,584.83 | |
Flight | Copa Airlines | Economy | 15:15 | 17:19 | $1,464.17 | |
Flight | LATAM Airlines Group | Economy | 15:40 | 16:40 | $79.47 | |
Flight | LATAM Airlines Group | Economy | 17:28 | 18:17 | $73.67 |
How to get from Quito to Manta
Travelling between Quito and Manta 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 499.40 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.20.
How long does it take to get from Quito to Manta?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 8 hours to travel between Quito and Manta depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Quito and Manta. Flight will bring you to your destination in 48m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h to reach Manta.
How much does it cost to get from Quito to Manta?
Travelling between Quito and Manta can be as cheap as USD 22.20 if you opt for a Alianza Flota Imbabura - CT bus and as expensive as USD 499.40 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi 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 Manta ?
- 3 from Quito to Manta starting from 06:00 Quito Airport until 15:08 Quito Airport
- 1 from Quito to Manta starting from 22:15 Terminal Terrestre Carcelen until 22:15 Terminal Terrestre Carcelen
- 4 from Quito to Manta starting from 00:00 Quito Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Quito Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Quito to Manta.
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 Manta, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 87.00.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 Manta
Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group
Bus
Travelling from Quito to Manta 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 Manta
Alianza Flota Imbabura - 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 Manta
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
What is the most popular transport to get from Quito to Manta?
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
Transportation from Quito to Manta
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Buses$ 22
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Flights$ 87
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Taxis$ 301
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available