Machala to Callao by bus
Callao lies 1,026 km (638 mi) south of Machala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 39 min including stops, over roughly 1,252 km (778 mi) of road.
| Machala | Callao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Peru |
| Population | 289,141 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Lima) |
| Postal codes | 070201–070223 | 02690–16500 |
What changes when you arrive in Callao
Crossing from Ecuador into Peru: money changes from the Dollar to the Sol (PEN); sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +51; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648807 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648856.
Where to book buses from Machala to Callao
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Staying in Callao
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Callao. Of the 33 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,066 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Callao
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Callao from Machala?
1,026 km (638 mi) in a straight line, south of Machala; by road roughly 1,252 km (778 mi).
How long does it take to get from Machala to Callao by bus?
About 18 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Machala and Callao?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Callao?
The Sol (PEN).
Where can I stay in Callao?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Callao, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.