Transportation

By bus
Intercity buses travel to almost everywhere in Ecuador. Many cities have a central bus terminal, known as the terminal terrestre, where it is possible to buy tickets from the various bus lines that serve the city. Long-distance buses typically cost from $1 to $2 per hour, depending on the distance and the type of service. Buses are frequent along major routes.

By taxi
Taxis are widely available. Taxis are generally yellow and have the taxi license number prominently displayed. In Quito during the day Taxis must use a taximeter, at night and outside of Quito agree upon a price before getting in; short trips generally don't cost more than $1 or $2, and you generally shouldn't end up paying more than $10 per hour, if that, for longer trips. Remember to carry coins to pay the fare.