Driving from Quito to Ambato
Ambato lies 114 km (71 mi) south of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 44 min without stops, over roughly 139 km (86 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Quito | Ambato | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.8 million | 387,309 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 2,597 m (8,520 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
Where to book car hire from Quito to Ambato
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Staying in Ambato
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Common questions
How far is Ambato from Quito?
114 km (71 mi) in a straight line, south of Quito; by road roughly 139 km (86 mi).
How long does it take to get from Quito to Ambato by car?
About 1 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quito and Ambato?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 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.