Quito to Mosquera by bus
Mosquera lies 727 km (452 mi) north-east of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 887 km (551 mi) of road.
| Quito | Mosquera | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 128,012 |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 2,544 m (8,346 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
What changes when you arrive in Mosquera
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 Mosquera
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Staying in Mosquera
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Common questions
How far is Mosquera from Quito?
727 km (452 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Quito; by road roughly 887 km (551 mi).
How long does it take to get from Quito to Mosquera by bus?
About 13 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quito and Mosquera?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mosquera?
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.