Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Expreso Tulcan Office | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Expreso Tulcan Office | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Expreso Tulcan Office | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Expreso Tulcan Office | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tulcan Terrestre Bus Terminal | Ibarra Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Tulcán to Ibarra
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Tulcán and Ibarra
Stops in Tulcán
- A
Terminal Terrestre de Tulcan
Av Rafael Arellano, Tulcán, Ecuador
Stops in Ibarra
- A
Ibarra Bus Terminal
Av. José Tobar y Tobar 232, Ibarra, Ecuador
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tulcán to Ibarra by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tulcán to Ibarra?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tulcán to Ibarra start from $9. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tulcán to Ibarra?
The average bus travel time from Tulcán to Ibarra is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 67 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Pullman Carchi.
Which bus companies service the Tulcán to Ibarra route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Pullman Carchi, Expreso Tulcan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tulcán to Ibarra?
The earliest bus departs from Tulcán to Ibarra at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tulcán to Ibarra?
A bus trip from Tulcán to Ibarra generates an estimated 1.6649500000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tulcán to Ibarra?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Tulcan, with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tulcán to Ibarra?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expreso Tulcan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tulcán to Ibarra?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expreso Tulcan, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tulcán to Ibarra?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pullman Carchi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Tulcán to Ibarra was searched and found on Jul 22, 2026 with a price of $5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tulcán to Ibarra, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $6 for a bus ticket from Tulcán to Ibarra based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2026-07-25.
Usually Expreso Tulcan will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
