Quito to Pitalito by bus
Pitalito lies 360 km (223 mi) north-east of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 42 min including stops, over roughly 439 km (273 mi) of road.
| Quito | Pitalito | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 135,711 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 1,265 m (4,150 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
What changes when you arrive in Pitalito
Crossing from Ecuador into Colombia: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (COP); the dialling code becomes +57; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Where to book buses from Quito to Pitalito
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Staying in Pitalito
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Common questions
How far is Pitalito from Quito?
360 km (223 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quito; by road roughly 439 km (273 mi).
How long does it take to get from Quito to Pitalito by bus?
About 6 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quito and Pitalito?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Pitalito?
The Peso (COP).
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.