Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Carcelén | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Quitumbe | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Quitumbe | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Quitumbe | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Carcelén | No tags |
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Get from Tulcán to Quito
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tulcán and Quito?
Stops in Tulcán
- A
Terminal Terrestre de Tulcan
Av Rafael Arellano, Tulcán, 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 Tulcán to Quito
What's the distance between Tulcán and Quito by coach?
The journey from Tulcán to Quito by coach covers an approximate distance of 86 miles (139 km).
What is the best way to go from Tulcán to Quito without a car?
You can reach Quito from Tulcán by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tulcán to Quito was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tulcán to Quito as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £7 for a bus ticket from Tulcán to Quito based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-27.
