What is the cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco is to bus via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe which costs $16 - $50 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $90 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Tumbaco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cuenca and arriving at Tumbaco. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

The distance between Cuenca and Tumbaco is 336 km. The road distance is 424.4 km.

How do I travel from Cuenca to Tumbaco without a car?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Tumbaco bus from?

Cuenca to Tumbaco bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, depart from Cuenca station.

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $27 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Cuenca to Tumbaco bus arrive?

Cuenca to Tumbaco bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, arrive at Tumbaco station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Tumbaco?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Tumbaco is 424 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Cuenca to Tumbaco.

Where can I stay near Tumbaco?

There are 908+ hotels available in Tumbaco.

Cuenca to Tumbaco - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cuenca to Tumbaco by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane CUE - UIO
1h 11m
$90–189
Bus via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Cuenca
9h 21m
$17–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Tumbacobus Cuenca
7h 30m
$18–27
Drive 424.4 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Tumbacocar 424.4 km
6h 54m
$32–46
Bus via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Ambatobus Loja
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Alóagbus Ambato
8h 7m
$20–42
Bus via Riobamba
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Riobambabus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Riobamba to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Riobamba / ...
10h 49m
$19–50

Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

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Distance: 336.5 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Cuenca, Ecuador and Tumbaco, Ecuador?

LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flota Imbabura operates a bus from Cuenca to Tumbaco once daily. Tickets cost $18–27 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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