Transfer to/from - Seymour airport (GPS)

 
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Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Galápagos Island airport (GPS)

 

 Transportation

 

Bus

Once you have arrived at the airport and have collected your luggage, go to the platforms located outside the terminal to take a bus from the Lobito company (Tel +593 9 6754 9023), which will take you in 10 minutes to the pier located in the lower part of the island, next to the Itabaca Channel, which separates the islands of Baltra and Santa Cruz. The ticket costs USD5.00.

Once in Santa Cruz, you can board a Bus Galápagos service (Tel +593 986 260 302) to Puerto Ayora (USD5.00; 45 min.).

Another option is to hire a private shuttle by Transfer Galápagos (Tel +593 986 260 190).

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Raft (barge) from Baltra to Santa Cruz

It is taken at the pier. The government-operated ferry costs USD1.00, while the smaller private boat costs USD2.00. The trip takes 10 minutes.

Taxi in Santa Cruz

When arriving in Santa Cruz, in addition to buses, there is the option of requesting a vehicle from Taxi Express Galápagos (Tel +593 989 639 714), at a cost of USD25.00 to the capital, Puerto Ayora. Travel time is 45-60 minutes.

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Latest updates: May 8, 2024

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Some of these tips may seem obvious, but they are worth keeping in mind when traveling to or from the airport, especially if you are using public transportation.
 
 1 - To the airport: leave a little earlier than usually recommended. If you take a taxi or a private car service, allow for rush hour traffic, demonstrations, strikes or events that could delay your trip. It always helps to check the local news before you leave.
 
If you book a shared shuttle, keep the company's contact number handy in case the pickup is late. These services usually confirm a scheduled pickup time in advance.
 
If you use public transportation (bus or train), check the schedules (weekends and holidays usually have less frequent service), whether you need to transfer, and how to pay the fare (a transit card, or cash to the driver). These details seem obvious, but knowing them ahead of time can save you from a delay that could cause problems.
 
If you drive a rental car to the airport, check where to return it. Many airports have a dedicated rental car return area.
 
 2 - From the airport: this part is less stressful, since there is no risk of missing a flight. At worst, you will reach your hotel or meeting point a little later than planned.
 
Once you leave the plane, collect your baggage and complete any required arrival procedures. Then follow the signs for ground transportation or ask airport staff.
 
Check bus and train schedules in advance if you arrive late at night, since not all services run 24 hours. The same applies to taxis. If you plan to use a ride-hailing app such as Uber, have it ready on your phone to contact the driver.
 
If you booked a private transfer, a driver will usually be waiting for you with a sign. If you are renting a car, booking in advance gives you more peace of mind. Rental counters are usually located in the arrivals hall.

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