Montevideo to Buenos Aires

Montevideo to Buenos Aires

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Montevideo to Buenos Aires Schedule

Montevideo to Buenos Aires Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Colonia Express High Speed Ferry 05:00 - 09:45UYU 2,597
Colonia Express High Speed Ferry 07:00 - 11:45UYU 2,629
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy #AR138109:05 - 10:00UYU 16,066
Buquebus Reserved Seat Economy 11:00 - 13:30UYU 3,998
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy #AR138512:10 - 13:05UYU 4,461
Colonia Express High Speed Ferry 14:30 - 19:15UYU 2,522
Colonia Express High Speed Ferry 17:00 - 21:45UYU 2,951
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 19:46 - 23:50UYU 22,038
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy #AR138321:05 - 22:00UYU 4,714
Pullman General Belgrano Executive Sleeper 22:30 - 06:45UYU 4,131

Transportation from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

Facts about the transport from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

Cheapest Transport$69
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day15
Distance413 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAerolineas Argentinas, Buquebus, Colonia Express, Colonia Express, Pullman General Belgrano

How to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

When you want to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 123.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 68.08.

How far is Montevideo from Buenos Aires?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Montevideo to Buenos Aires. Your trip will be a total of 257 miles (413 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

How long does it take to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

The travel time from Montevideo to Buenos Aires can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

The cost of the trip from Montevideo to Buenos Aires varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Colonia Express: travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 68.08 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 123.15.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Montevideo to Buenos Aires:

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 68.07. From Montevideo to Buenos Aires starting from 05:00 Montevideo Tres Cruces Terminal until 07:00 Montevideo Tres Cruces Terminal
  • Ferry tickets - USD 76.99 to USD 111.30.
  • Bus tickets - USD 107.77 to USD 107.77;
  • Plane tickets - USD 123.17 to USD 123.17;

How many trips per day are there between Montevideo and Buenos Aires?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Ferries leave from Montevideo for Buenos Aires 10 times a day.
  • Flights from Montevideo to Buenos Aires depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires starting from 05:00 Montevideo Tres Cruces Terminal until 07:00 Montevideo Tres Cruces Terminal
  • Buses start plying the route from 22:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 123.17.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

Aerolineas Argentinas

Buses

Taking a bus from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..

The most popular transport from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Montevideo to Buenos Aires? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 75% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 23% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 2% users took a plane.