Quito’s public transportation system will remain in service throughout the Labor Day holiday, though some routes may be adjusted on May 1 due to planned demonstrations in the city.
Authorities confirmed that the Metro, trolleybus, Ecovía, and feeder buses will operate under regular holiday schedules to maintain mobility during the extended weekend from April 30 to May 3.
The Quito Metro will run from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, extending service until 11:00 p.m. on Saturday. This consistent schedule is intended to provide a reliable option for residents and visitors moving around the city.
Surface transport will vary slightly depending on the day. On April 30 and May 2, a larger fleet will be in operation, while a reduced number of units will run on May 1 and May 3. Service hours for trolleybus and Ecovía lines will generally run from early morning until the evening, with feeder routes extending slightly later.
The biggest impact is expected on Friday, May 1, when a Labor Day march will move through central areas of Quito. Transport officials have prepared a contingency plan to keep partial service running while adapting to road closures.
During the hours of the march, estimated between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., some trolleybus routes may be shortened, diverted, or temporarily suspended. In certain cases, buses will turn around before reaching central stops, while other segments of the system will continue operating normally where roads remain open.
The exact adjustments will depend on how the march progresses and which streets are closed at any given time. Passengers may encounter temporary stop closures or changes in boarding points, particularly in central districts such as El Ejido and Santo Domingo.
Officials are advising riders to allow extra travel time and stay alert for real-time updates, especially on May 1 when conditions may shift throughout the day.
Despite the expected disruptions, the city’s goal is to keep as much of the transport network functioning as possible, ensuring that people can continue to move across Quito during the holiday period.