Plan on about 6 h 32 min of driving for the 286-mile (460 km) trip from Alausi to Canoa, before any stops.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Ecuador: Duran, in Guayas province.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Ecuador: In Guayaquil: Nueva Prosperina and Pascuales districts, and all areas south of Portete de Tarqui Avenue (areas north of the avenue are Level 3).
- Level 3: Reconsider Travel in Ecuador: Sucumbios, Manabi, Santa Elena, and Santo Domingo provinces.
This route passes through or near an area the State Department rates Do Not Travel. Read the full advisory before you plan this drive: Ecuador. Advisory issued: Ecuador August 18, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Ecuador: “In rural areas, you may encounter livestock in the road.”
| Distance by road | 286 mi (460 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 6 h 32 min |
| Main roads, in order | E47 → E40 → E48 → E482 → E15 |
| Provinces on the route | Chimborazo, Cañar, Guayas, Manabi |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 11.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
On the road from Alausi to Canoa
E482 (88 mi) and E47 (65 mi) carry about 53% of the 286 miles. It runs through 4 provinces: Chimborazo, Cañar, Guayas, Manabi. Of the 3 stops listed below, 1 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Alausi to Canoa, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Province |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Chimborazo |
| E47 | 1–66 | 65 | Chimborazo, Cañar |
| local roads | 66–71 | 5 | Cañar |
| E40 | 71–107 | 36 | Guayas |
| local roads | 107–117 | 10 | Guayas |
| E48 | 117–131 | 14 | Guayas |
| E482 | 131–219 | 88 | Guayas, Manabi |
| local roads | 219–226 | 7 | Manabi |
| E15 | 226–240 | 14 | Manabi |
| local roads | 240–247 | 7 | Manabi |
| E15 | 247–285 | 38 | Manabi |
| local roads | 285–286 | 1 | Manabi |
- Mile 29 of this route: Chimborazo → Cañar (province line)
- Mile 71 of this route: Cañar → Guayas (province line)
- Mile 160 of this route: Guayas → Manabi (province line)
Where to stop on the way to Canoa
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Jardín Botánico de Guayaquil (mile 115)
- Nature and outdoors: Jardín Botánico de Guayaquil (mile 115)
- Museums and history: Luis Adolfo Noboa Naranjo Museum (mile 107), Presley Norton Museum (mile 107)
Luis Adolfo Noboa Naranjo Museum
The Luis Adolfo Noboa Naranjo Museum in Guayaquil, Ecuador, was established on January 25, 2006, by Alvaro Noboa.
Presley Norton Museum
In Guayaquil, the Presley Norton Museum holds archaeological artifacts, including pottery and figurines made by Ecuador's original settlers, and occasionally hosts film screenings and live music.
Jardín Botánico de Guayaquil
Living plant collections grown for conservation, research and education fill the Jardín Botánico de Guayaquil, a 5-hectare botanical garden in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
More drives to Canoa
From Alausi to other places in Ecuador
- Alausi to Isinliví
- Alausi to Papallacta
- Alausi to Mindo
- Alausi to Puerto Cayo
- Alausi to Agua Blanca
- Alausi to Vilcabamba
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Alausi to Canoa?
About 6 h 32 min of driving without stops, over 286 miles.
How far is Canoa from Alausi by car?
About 286 miles (460 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Is it safe to drive from Alausi to Canoa?
The U.S. State Department rates Ecuador Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Parts of this route are in or near areas rated Level 4: Do Not Travel (Ecuador: Duran, in Guayas province; Ecuador: In Guayaquil: Nueva Prosperina and Pascuales districts, and all areas south of Portete de Tarqui Avenue (areas north of the avenue are Level 3)). Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Alausi to Canoa use?
In order: E47, E40, E48, E482 and E15. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Alausi to Canoa?
Closest to the road: Luis Adolfo Noboa Naranjo Museum (museum, mile 107, 3 mi from the route); Presley Norton Museum (museum, mile 107, 3 mi from the route); Jardín Botánico de Guayaquil (botanical garden, mile 115, 0.8 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.