Cali to Esmeraldas by bus
Esmeraldas lies 444 km (276 mi) south-west of Cali, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 13 min including stops, over roughly 541 km (336 mi) of road.
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| Cali | Esmeraldas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.4 million | 218,727 |
| Elevation | 758 m (2,487 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Postal codes | 760001–760050 | 080101–080119 |
What changes when you arrive in Esmeraldas
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 Cali to Esmeraldas
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Staying in Esmeraldas
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Common questions
How far is Esmeraldas from Cali?
444 km (276 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Cali; by road roughly 541 km (336 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cali to Esmeraldas by bus?
About 8 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cali and Esmeraldas?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Esmeraldas?
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.