Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carcelén | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:36 PM -05.
Get from Quito to Tulcán
The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Quito and Tulcán?
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 Tulcán
- A
Terminal Terrestre de Tulcan
Av Rafael Arellano, Tulcán, Ecuador
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Tulcán by bus
What is the travel distance from Quito to Tulcán?
It's about 139 km (86 miles) from Quito to Tulcán.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Quito to Tulcán?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe de Quito, in Quito, and end it at Terminal Terrestre de Tulcan, in Tulcán.
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 Tulcán was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Quito to Tulcán, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $13 for a bus ticket from Quito to Tulcán based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-25.
