Latacunga's primary transport hub is its main bus terminal, conveniently located on the Pan American Highway, south of the 5 de Junio Bridge. This terminal serves as a central point for inter-city and inter-provincial travel, with taxis readily available for local transport within the city.
Buses depart frequently from Quito's Quitumbe Terminal Terrestre to Latacunga, with services running every 30 minutes or less. The journey typically lasts 1 to 1.5 hours and costs between $1.50 and $4. Alternatively, private car services or taxis can take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes, with costs ranging from $45-$55 for a taxi or around $150 for a private transfer for 5-8 people. Shared taxi services are also available for $12-$17 per person.
Direct buses operate from Baños to Latacunga, departing every 30 minutes from 4 AM to 6 PM from the Baños bus terminal. The travel time is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, and tickets cost between $2 and $7.
Direct bus services from Guayaquil's Terminal Terrestre to Latacunga run multiple times daily. The journey is approximately 6 to 8 hours and ticket prices range from $7 to $17.
Buses run regularly from Quilotoa to Latacunga, taking about 2 hours and departing hourly from 8 AM to 5 PM. Buses from Chugchilán to Latacunga take 2.5 to 3 hours and cost around $2.50. From Sigchos, buses to Latacunga take 1.5 hours. There are also early morning buses from Isinlivi to Latacunga, or you can connect via Sigchos.
Buses from Cuenca to Latacunga have an approximate travel time of 7.5 hours and cost around $8.
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