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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carcelén | Otavalo Carretera Panamericana | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Quitumbe | Otavalo Expreso Tulcan Office | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Otavalo Carretera Panamericana | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Quitumbe | Otavalo Expreso Tulcan Office | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carcelén | Otavalo Carretera Panamericana | No tags |
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Get from Quito to Otavalo
The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quito to Otavalo 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 Otavalo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Quito to Otavalo start from $5. The average price for this route is around $5. 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 Otavalo?
The average bus travel time from Quito to Otavalo is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 45 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Pullman Carchi.
Which bus companies service the Quito to Otavalo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Pullman Carchi, Expreso Tulcan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Quito to Otavalo?
The earliest bus departs from Quito to Otavalo at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Quito to Otavalo?
A bus trip from Quito to Otavalo generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Quito to Otavalo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Tulcan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Quito to Otavalo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expreso Tulcan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Quito to Otavalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expreso Tulcan, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Quito to Otavalo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pullman Carchi, with a cleanliness rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
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 Otavalo was searched and found on Nov 29, 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 Otavalo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $7 for a bus ticket from Quito to Otavalo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Expreso Tulcan 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.
