Day trip from Ambato to Santo Domingo de los Colorados
Santo Domingo de los Colorados lies 127 km (79 mi) north-west of Ambato, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 127 km (79 mi) apart, Santo Domingo de los Colorados is a realistic day trip from Ambato: about 2 h 4 min each way by road.
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| Ambato | Santo Domingo de los Colorados | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 387,309 | 458,580 |
| Elevation | 2,597 m (8,520 ft) | 555 m (1,821 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Postal codes | 180101–180208 | 230101–230211 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Santo Domingo de los Colorados
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Staying in Santo Domingo de los Colorados
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Santo Domingo de los Colorados. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 402 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Santo Domingo de los Colorados from Ambato?
127 km (79 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ambato; by road roughly 155 km (96 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ambato to Santo Domingo de los Colorados by road?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ambato and Santo Domingo de los Colorados?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Where can I stay in Santo Domingo de los Colorados?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Santo Domingo de los Colorados, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.