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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Santa Elena to Machala

Composite routes from Santa Elena to Machala

Cheapest
7 h 12 min
Car
497 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Bus operators

Cooperativa de Transporte CIFA

Phone:
+593 95 874 8163
Email:
info@cifainternacional.com
Website:
cifainternacional.com
Other from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Machala
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.76

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional

Phone:
+59 07 257 1861
Email:
cooploja@loja.telconet.net
Website:
cooperativaloja.com.ec/
Other from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Machala
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Cooperativa Libertad Peninsular

Phone:
+593 2130175
Email:
clp_1976@hotmail.com
Website:
clp.com.ec/
Other from Santa Elena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.32–$5.82

Cooperativa Costa Azul CICA Interprovincial

Phone:
+593 98 068 2254
Email:
contacto@coopcostaazul.com
Website:
cica-ec.com/#
Other from Santa Elena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Elena to Machala?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Elena to Machala is to bus via Machala which costs $10.33 - $14.13 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Elena to Machala?

The fastest way to get from Santa Elena to Machala is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $17.39 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Elena and Machala?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Elena to Machala. However, there are services departing from Santa Elena and arriving at Machala via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Santa Elena to Machala?

The distance between Santa Elena and Machala is 321 km. The road distance is 311.2 km.

How do I travel from Santa Elena to Machala without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Elena to Machala without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Elena to Machala?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Santa Elena to Machala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Elena to Machala bus from?

Santa Elena to Machala bus services, operated by Cooperativa Costa Azul CICA Interprovincial, depart from Santa Elena station.

Where does the Santa Elena to Machala bus arrive?

Santa Elena to Machala bus services, operated by Cooperativa Costa Azul CICA Interprovincial, arrive at Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

What is the time difference between Santa Elena and Machala?

It is currently 03:55 at both, Santa Elena and Machala.

Can I drive from Santa Elena to Machala?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Elena to Machala is 311 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Santa Elena to Machala.

Where can I stay near Machala?

There are 68+ hotels available in Machala. Prices start at $30.71 per night.
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