Medellín to Riobamba by bus
Riobamba lies 944 km (587 mi) south of Medellín, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 11 min including stops, over roughly 1,152 km (716 mi) of road.
| Medellín | Riobamba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Population | 2 million | 264,048 |
| Elevation | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Postal codes | 050001–050048 | 060101–060114 |
What changes when you arrive in Riobamba
Crossing from Colombia into Ecuador: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Where to book buses from Medellín to Riobamba
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Staying in Riobamba
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Common questions
How far is Riobamba from Medellín?
944 km (587 mi) in a straight line, south of Medellín; by road roughly 1,152 km (716 mi).
How long does it take to get from Medellín to Riobamba by bus?
About 17 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Medellín and Riobamba?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Riobamba?
The Dollar (USD).
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.