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Private Shuttle Cuenca to/from Guayaquil

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Cuenca, Ecuador
  • 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket

Overview

Make your transfer from Guayaquil to Cuenca, or vice versa, as easy as possible when you book transportation in advance. Coordinate your pick-up time with your flight departure or arrival. As the shuttle is completely private, you don’t have to wait around for other passengers. All you need to do is relax and enjoy the comfortable journey through the mountains.
  • Choose the time of your departure from either city
  • Relax in a comfortable and reliable shuttle
  • Save time with private transportation
  • Request a car seat free of charge

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel or Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Private shuttle
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

If you are staying at an Airbnb please provide the address after booking.

Drop-off points

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Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Select your preferred transportation option to see hours.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Kelli_H
I cannot say more great things about this company! We used them from GYE to CUE and from CUE to GYE and they were game changers! Super great and flexible staff, easy to communicate with, and not to mention they were able to accommodate our less than ideal travel times. I would HIGHLY recommend

Reviews

4.9
based on 51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Drive from Cuanca to Guayaquil

Paul_S, Jan 2026
Ruta 582 through the mountains is not the best of roads. And with the fog, its a tough drive. Our driver was excellent, got us to Guayaquil in good time, and we made our bus connection to the coast.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

You’re absolutely right—driving along Ruta 582 can be quite challenging, especially with foggy conditions in the mountains. We’re very glad to hear that your driver ensured a safe and efficient journey and that you made your connection in Guayaquil without any issues. We truly appreciate your trust in our service! Team Cuenca Bestours

It’s a yes!

Kelli_H, Jan 2026
I cannot say more great things about this company! We used them from GYE to CUE and from CUE to GYE and they were game changers! Super great and flexible staff, easy to communicate with, and not to mention they were able to accommodate our less than ideal travel times. I would HIGHLY recommend

Good and adventure. It...

Jeffrey_C, Jan 2026
Good and adventure. It is awesome but driver should use their iPhone for gps or direction instead use our iPhone It is okay for us to please let all driver use their iPhone for gps or direction instead customer’s iphone. Steven took picture of us in his iPhone so you can look that picture

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback and for sharing your experience with us. We’re so happy to hear you found the tour adventurous and awesome! We truly appreciate your comment regarding the GPS. Thank you for bringing this to our attention—your comfort and convenience are very important to us. We will make sure our drivers use their own devices for navigation moving forward. It’s wonderful that Steven captured some special photos for you! We hope those pictures bring back great memories of your adventure. Team Cuenca Bestorus

English spoken here!

Jane_L, Feb 2025
Our driver was well spoken in our language. He stopped for a good lunch enroute and let us take some photos as we passed interesting sights.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the journey, the great lunch stop, and the photo opportunities along the way. Providing a comfortable and personalized experience is our goal, and we’re happy we could make your trip memorable. 🚗📸😊 Team Cuenca Bestours

Excellent way to go to Cuenca from Guayaquil airport

Grigori_T, Jul 2024
Agency was constantly in touch and driver was waiting for us on time. Car was in a good condition and they provided free water. Driver Steven was very friendly and did his job well. We stopped on the road to taste local fruits and had photos and bought something. Then we had second stop to view the sunset. Sunset was spectacular and one of the most beautiful sunsets in our life. Recommend to everyone. Big thanks to Steven!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with our agency and that everything ran smoothly. It's great to know that Steven made your trip enjoyable with his friendly service and that you appreciated the stops to taste local fruits and enjoy the spectacular sunset. We appreciate your recommendation. Big thanks to you for choosing us! Cuenca Bestours Team

Reputable and honest

Mark_B, Dec 2023
Excellent driver, personable and polite. Overall a good experience. We even forgot a backpack in the car and the driver went up and above to be sure we got it back.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

We're thrilled to hear that you found our driver excellent, personable, and polite. It's heartening to know that the service provided contributed to an overall good experience for you. We truly appreciate your acknowledgment of our driver's efforts to ensure you got your forgotten backpack back. Customer satisfaction is our priority, and we're glad we could go above and beyond to assist. Cuenca Bestours Team

Awesome!!

Aaron_M, Aug 2023
Absolutely perfect way to get from Cuenca to Guayaquil! Steven was my driver and was absolutely fantastic, let me practice my Spanish as much as I could and pointed out cool things to see during the trip. Highly recommend.

Great service.

Taylor_S, Mar 2023
Great safe driver, helpful. Stopped a few times along the way for vistas, a short walk, and some canelazos in a nice cafe.

Highly recommended. Very...

Elizabeth_N, Nov 2022
Highly recommended. Very easy booking. Easy pickup. I recommend this for anyone traveling from Guayaquil to Cuenca.

Steven is amazing! Super...

Carey_S, Oct 2022
Steven is amazing! Super helpful and kind! We enjoyed our ride from Gyaquil to Cuenca. We would definitely recommend!

Great

Julio_G, Sep 2022
Driver even stoped for lunch great restaurant quicker than expected Dropped off at vrbo driver help with luggage

Excellent service

Tim_H, Aug 2022
The driver was very attentive and very helpful with information regarding Cuenca. He helped us find the correct address of our destination.

My driver was waiting for...

Kathy_W, Mar 2022
My driver was waiting for me, holding a sign with my name on it. Made it so easy to find him. He was very nice and I enjoyed conversing with him during the trip. I will recommend to my friends. I inte

Welcome to Ecuador

Richard_G, Nov 2021
Picked us up on time at hotel, got us to Cuenca in a timely matter given one road was closed so all traffic took the alternate route. Gustavo was a great and courtesy driver. Will again take shuttle back to Guayaquil next week! Thank you

Safe and beautiful drive

cristina_u, Oct 2021
The driver was friendly and knowledgeable. He was very pleasant and drove very well. We stopped halfway for a bathroom and snack break at a lovely spot. The drive is safe and beautiful, I definitely recommend it as a safe and relaxing way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca!

Response from Host, Oct 2021

Thank you for your kind review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the ride Cuenca to Guayaquil with our driver. We work hard to make our guests happy and its good to hear from you that we accomplished that. If you are ever back, we will be very happy to have you onboard again! Cuenca Bestours Team

Smooth transport from door to door.

Sven_C, Sep 2021
Perfect easy way to go from Cuenca to Guayaquil. Door to door service from one hotel to the other by a very professional and friendly driver. Clean and safe not to mention a beautiful ride.

Response from Host, Sep 2021

Thank you very much for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the shuttle from Cuenca to Guayaquil with us. We are happy to assist you anytime! Cuenca Bestours Team

Great Road Trip!

Dana_D, Jun 2021
Antonia was great! On time, nice vehicle, and professional. More importantly, he managed to be safe in the windy mountains of cajas on our way to Guayaquil. Overall, a great experience!

Reliable Transport With Knowledgable Guide

Bartlomiej_Z, Jun 2021
Very good experience. Andres came on time and drove safely all the way to Guayagill, stopping on the way in the Cajas NP. Andres shared a lot of interesting facts on places we were visiting and on Ecuador in general. Highly recommended.

Nice driver.

Gary_H, May 2021
Alejandro was very attentive. He is a safe driver. We enjoyed our ride from Guayaquil to Cuenca with him. The car was clean.

Best ride ever!

Julie_B, Apr 2021
What a wonderful experience on my recent trip from Cuenca to the Guayaquil airport. My driver, Wilson, was a very safe and courteous driver but also an experienced tour guide and shared many interesting facts on the beautiful and diverse terrain we were passing through. I highly recommend!

Guayaquil to Cuenca shuttle

bslope71, Feb 2020
The trip from Guayaquil to Cuenca was fast and expertly driven through difficult road conditions. The driver Armando was pleasant, courteous, and helpful. The tour manager, Javier, speaks English, and was essential help with the whole process. I highly recommend this service.

Day Trip

Linda_S, Jan 2020
Wilson drove us from Cuenca to Guayaquil by way of Cajas National Park and a small cacao farm. He was knowledgeable and accommodating. I would recommend him as a guide and a driver. 5 stars out of 5.

Excellent service

steenkj2016, Nov 2019
Driver was punctual, friendly and safe. Will certainly use again if in area. Can fully recommend them.

Cuenca mágico

Monica_V, Aug 2024
Excelente servicio, brindado con atención y puntualidad. Enriquecido con explicaciones sobre la ruta.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Nos alegra saber que tuvo una experiencia excelente con nuestro servicio y que valoró la atención, puntualidad y las explicaciones brindadas durante la ruta. Nos esforzamos por ofrecer experiencias enriquecedoras, y nos alegra saber que cumplimos con sus expectativas. Cuenca Bestours Team

Eindrucksvolle Fahrt über...

Wolfgang_M, Mar 2023
Eindrucksvolle Fahrt über die Berge und interessante Erklärungen des Fahrers. Sehr ruhige und vorausschauende Fahrweise.

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