{"id":2123,"date":"2018-09-19T16:32:39","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T16:32:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderbusecuador.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/19\/how-to-get-from-to-banos\/"},"modified":"2021-07-16T20:50:05","modified_gmt":"2021-07-17T01:50:05","slug":"how-to-get-from-to-banos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderbusecuador.com\/es\/how-to-get-from-to-banos\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get from Quito to Ba\u00f1os"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you wondering how to get form Quito to Ba\u00f1os? We take the hassle out of travel by taking care of the practical things, so you can sit back and enjoy your travels. We have 7 different passes that travel from Quito to Ba\u00f1os with adventure in between.<\/p>\n

Only a few hours from Quito you\u2019ll find Ba\u00f1os, a tropical little town on the cusp between the Andes and the Amazon and at the foot of Tungurahua, one of Ecuador\u2019s active volcanoes. As mentioned by National Geographic<\/a>, you should not miss the swing at the end of the world, the hotsprings, the Virgin’s Basilica, hike to Devil’s Canyon or the abundance of outdoor activities.<\/p>\n

Due to its location and incredibly lush natural surroundings<\/a>, Ba\u00f1os offers visitors some of the best outdoor adventure activities in the country and is a must-see experience destination during your trip to Ecuador!<\/p>\n

How to get from Quito to Ba\u00f1os<\/h2>\n

Public transport: To get from Quito to Ba\u00f1os by public transport, you\u2019ll need to first go to the Quitumbe bus terminal<\/a> , located in the south of Quito. To get to the terminal from northern Quito (where most hotels and hostels are located), you can either take a taxi (depending on the time of day, this can cost between $10-20 dollars) or the trolley line headed South. If you decide on the trolley, make sure you travel by day and always keep an eye on your belongings.<\/p>\n

Once in Quitumbe, you\u2019ll find regular buses departing Quito to Ba\u00f1os from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for around $4. The trip takes about four hours by bus.<\/p>\n

Wanderbus Ecuador: Alternatively, you can get to Ba\u00f1os on the Wanderbus, which leaves regularly from Quito<\/a> at pre-selected, convenient pick-up points.<\/p>\n

For instance, the Jacamar Pass goes from Quito to Ba\u00f1os three times a week, stopping by the Cotopaxi National Park (Limpiopungo Lake) and the Quilotoa crater on the way. This is an excellent way to see some of the sights you might otherwise miss en route to your final destination.<\/p>\n

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A note about safety while traveling in Ecuador<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ecuador is a backpacker\u2019s paradise because of how easy and affordable it is to get around. Public transportation can get you from the beach to the Andes for only a few dollars! That said, you should take extra precautions when planning your trip using public transport. <\/span>As in many South American countries, theft and assault are a risk, particularly for solo travellers and women.<\/b><\/p>\n

Here are a few tips to help keep you safe while travelling through Ecuador:<\/span><\/h3>\n