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Quito to Popayán by bus

Popayán lies 365 km (227 mi) north-east of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 48 min including stops, over roughly 445 km (277 mi) of road.

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QuitoPopayán
CountryEcuadorColombia
Population2.8 million318,059
Elevation2,854 m (9,364 ft)1,725 m (5,659 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Guayaquil)UTC-5 (America/Bogota)

What changes when you arrive in Popayán

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 Popayán

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Staying in Popayán

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Common questions

How far is Popayán from Quito?

365 km (227 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quito; by road roughly 445 km (277 mi).

How long does it take to get from Quito to Popayán by bus?

About 6 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Quito and Popayán?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

What currency do I need in Popayán?

The Peso (COP).

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.