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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Carcelén | Cuenca Bus Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Cuenca Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Cuenca Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Cuenca Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Quito to Cuenca
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Quito and Cuenca?
Stops in Quito
- A
Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe de Quito
Quito EC170146, Ecuador - B
Av. Mariscal Sucre
Av. Mariscal Antonio José de Sucre 2756, Quito, Ecuador - C
Terminal Carcelen
Calle Capri, Quito EC170144, Ecuador
Stops in Cuenca
- A
Terminal Terrestre
Avenue España, Cuenca, Ecuador - B
Cuenca
Gil Ramírez Dávalos 1-33 y Sebastián de Belcazar, Avenue España, Cuenca EC01.01.05, Ecuador
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Cuenca, EC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Quito to Cuenca?
The cheapest bus tickets from Quito to Cuenca start from $27. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Quito to Cuenca?
The average bus travel time from Quito to Cuenca is 9h, covering a distance of 316 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Flota Imbabura.
Which bus companies service the Quito to Cuenca route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Flota Imbabura, Amazonas, Expreso Baños.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Quito to Cuenca?
The earliest bus departs from Quito to Cuenca at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Quito to Cuenca?
A bus trip from Quito to Cuenca generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Quito to Cuenca?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Flota Imbabura, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Quito to Cuenca?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flota Imbabura has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Quito to Cuenca?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Flota Imbabura, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Quito to Cuenca?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Baños, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Quito to Cuenca, EC was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Quito to Cuenca, EC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $27 for a bus ticket from Quito to Cuenca, EC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-29.
