How far is Quito from Manta?

The distance between Quito and Manta is around 265 km (165 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Quito to Manta?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe de Quito, in Quito, and end it at Terminal Terrestrial Manta, in Manta.

Bus Quito to Manta from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Quito to Manta on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15pm	Carcelén	8h 30m	6:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Carcelén	8h	5:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Fastest

Next departures for Quito to Manta on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15pm	Carcelén	8h 30m	6:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Carcelén	8h	5:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Fastest

Next departures for Quito to Manta on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15pm	Carcelén	8h 30m	6:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Carcelén	8h	5:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Fastest

Next departures for Quito to Manta on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:15pm	Carcelén	8h 30m	6:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Carcelén	8h	5:45am	Terminal Terrestrial Manta	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:36 AM -05.

Get from Quito to Manta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8hAverage Duration

265 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Quito and Manta?

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

Stops in Manta

A
Terminal Terrestrial Manta
calle 3, Manta, Ecuador
B
Trans Esmeraldas
Avenida 9, Manta, Ecuador
C
Av 24 De Mayo
Av 24 De Mayo 124, Manta, Ecuador
D
Bus Terminal
24 de Mayo, Manta, Ecuador

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Trans Esmeraldas

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Manta, EC by bus

How far is Quito from Manta?
The distance between Quito and Manta is around 265 km (165 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Quito to Manta?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe de Quito, in Quito, and end it at Terminal Terrestrial Manta, in Manta.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-19

$24

11-20

$24

Today

$24

11-22

$24

11-23

$24

11-24

$24

11-25

$24

11-26

$24

The cheapest trip from Quito to Manta, EC was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Quito to Manta, EC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $25 for a bus ticket from Quito to Manta, EC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Trans Esmeraldas will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.