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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags |
Get from Quito to Esmeraldas
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Esmeraldas, EC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Quito to Esmeraldas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Quito to Esmeraldas start from $19. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Quito to Esmeraldas?
The average bus travel time from Quito to Esmeraldas is 6h, covering a distance of 177 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Trans Esmeraldas.
Which bus companies service the Quito to Esmeraldas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Transportes Occidentales, Trans Esmeraldas.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Quito to Esmeraldas?
The earliest bus departs from Quito to Esmeraldas at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Quito to Esmeraldas?
A bus trip from Quito to Esmeraldas generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Esmeraldas, EC was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Quito to Esmeraldas, EC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $21 for a bus ticket from Quito to Esmeraldas, EC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-04.
