Construction of Cuenca’s southern land terminal has reached a key stage, with the full metal framework of the building now in place after five months of work. The project is moving into its next phase, with façade construction set to begin soon.
Built on land that previously housed the Narancay mobile commercial platform and a municipal maintenance yard, the project carries an investment of more than $10 million, covering both construction and oversight.
Progress has accelerated in recent weeks. The terminal has reached 28% completion, up from 11% earlier in the process, and remains on track for opening by the end of 2026. Structural walls are finished, and work is now focused on the roof, including drainage slopes and preparation for roofing installation. About 60% of the first-floor slab has been poured, while drainage systems across the site continue to take shape.
Upcoming milestones include:
- Completion of internal roads for arrivals, departures, and parking access by July
- Significant progress on masonry, roofing, flooring, and utilities by August
- Final testing and system checks, including security cameras and bus access, in November
The terminal will feature:
- 6 arrival platforms and 13 departure platforms
- 16 bus parking spaces
- 20 taxi spaces
- 98 parking spaces for private vehicles and 20 for motorcycles
Access to the site is also being developed. Beethoven Street is the first major connection planned, designed to link quickly with the Pan-American Highway South. Additional streets set for upgrades include de la Zarzuela, de la Ópera, del Charango, Manuel de Falla, and Rapsodia.
Temporary traffic changes are in place along the Pan-American Highway South due to the Labor Day holiday, with alternating lane directions depending on the time of day.
Once completed, the new terminal is expected to handle about 30% of the transport units currently operating from the central station in Chola Cuencana.