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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Machala to Loja

Composite routes from Machala to Loja

Cheapest
3 h 39 min
Car
231 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Bus operators

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Email:
cooploja@loja.telconet.net
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Bus from Machala to Catamayo
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from Machala to Loja
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.86–$15.19

Cooperativa De Transporte Union Yantzaza

Phone:
+593 0996375105
Email:
unionyanzatza@yahoo.com
Website:
facebook.com/unionyanzatza/
Bus from Machala to Loja
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.59–$17.72

Catamayo Express

Phone:
+593 7-267-7278
Email:
catamayoexpress@hotmail.com
Website:
facebook.com/CatamayoExpress/
Bus from Catamayo to Loja
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.90–$2.40

Cooperativa de Transportes Nambija

Phone:
+593 96 849 9565
Website:
facebook.com/coopnambija
Bus from Machala to Loja
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Machala to Loja?

The cheapest way to get from Machala to Loja is to bus which costs $6.52 - $15.22 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machala to Loja?

The fastest way to get from Machala to Loja is to bus via Catamayo which takes 2h 49m and costs $9.78 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Machala and Loja?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Machala and arriving at Loja. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Machala to Loja?

The distance between Machala and Loja is 244 km. The road distance is 236.1 km.

How do I travel from Machala to Loja without a car?

The best way to get from Machala to Loja without a car is to bus via Catamayo which takes 2h 49m and costs $9.78 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Machala to Loja?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Machala to Loja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machala to Loja bus from?

Machala to Loja bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, depart from Machala station.

Where does the Machala to Loja bus arrive?

Machala to Loja bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, arrive at Catamayo station.

Can I drive from Machala to Loja?

Yes, the driving distance between Machala to Loja is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Machala to Loja.

Where can I stay near Loja?

There are 91+ hotels available in Loja. Prices start at $4.35 per night.
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