Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Quitumbe | Paso Lateral Ambato | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Quitumbe | Paso Lateral Ambato | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Quitumbe | Paso Lateral Ambato | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Quitumbe | Paso Lateral Ambato | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Quitumbe | Paso Lateral Ambato | No tags |
Get from Quito to Ambato
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
3bus per day
3h 15mAverage Duration
68 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Compare bus companies
3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/56 reviews
2 out of 5 stars2/59 reviews
EC bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Orléans Express, Peter Pan, Superciva, Megabus
Where are the popular stops in Quito and Ambato?
Stops in Quito
Stops in Ambato
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Quito to Ambato by bus
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
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The cheapest trip from Quito to Ambato was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Quito to Ambato, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $5 for a bus ticket from Quito to Ambato based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-21.
