Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Esmeraldas Bus Terminal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:18 AM -05.
Get from Quito to Esmeraldas
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
3bus per day
6hAverage Duration
177 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
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EC Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Orléans Express, Peter Pan, Superciva, Megabus
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Esmeraldas, EC by bus
What is the distance between Quito and Esmeraldas?
The distance covered from Quito to Esmeraldas is 184 km (114 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-18
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11-19
$18
Today
$18
11-21
$18
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The cheapest trip from Quito to Esmeraldas, EC was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 $22 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 2025-11-21.
