Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cuenca Bus Terminal | Quitumbe | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Cuenca Bus Terminal | Quitumbe | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cuenca Bus Terminal | Carcelén | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cuenca Bus Terminal | Carcelén | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cuenca Bus Terminal | Carcelén | No tags |
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Get from Cuenca to Quito
The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cuenca and Quito?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cuenca, EC to Quito
How far is Quito from Cuenca by coach?
The journey from Cuenca to Quito by coach covers an approximate distance of 191 miles (308 km).
Is there a way to reach Quito from Cuenca without a car?
The best way to go from Cuenca to Quito without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cuenca, EC to Quito was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cuenca, EC to Quito as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £16 for a bus ticket from Cuenca, EC to Quito based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-25.
Usually Cooperativa Loja will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
