Quito to Guayaquil by train
Guayaquil lies 266 km (165 mi) south-west of Quito, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 49 min at the speeds typical of Ecuador rail, over roughly 324 km (202 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Quito | Guayaquil | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.8 million | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 2,854 m (9,364 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Stations on record | Estación de Tren de Chimbacalle, Quito | none listed |
Where to book trains from Quito to Guayaquil
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Staying in Guayaquil
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Guayaquil. Of the 237 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (104), and 9 are five-star. Across 92 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 41,157 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Guayaquil from Quito?
266 km (165 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Quito; by road roughly 324 km (202 mi).
How long does it take to get from Quito to Guayaquil by train?
About 3 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quito and Guayaquil?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Where can I stay in Guayaquil?
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Guayaquil, bookable on this site.
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 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.