Day trip from Esmeraldas to Latacunga
Latacunga lies 240 km (149 mi) south-east of Esmeraldas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 240 km (149 mi) apart, Latacunga is a realistic day trip from Esmeraldas: about 3 h 54 min each way by road.
| Esmeraldas | Latacunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 218,727 | 205,624 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 2,770 m (9,088 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Postal codes | 080101–080119 | 050101–050113 |
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Staying in Latacunga
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Common questions
How far is Latacunga from Esmeraldas?
240 km (149 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Esmeraldas; by road roughly 293 km (182 mi).
How long does it take to get from Esmeraldas to Latacunga by road?
About 3 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Esmeraldas and Latacunga?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.