Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

Rio Gallegos
El Calafate
Wed, May 15
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Rio Gallegos to El Calafate Schedule

Rio Gallegos to El Calafate Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Marga Semi Sleeper 09:50 - 14:00ARS 26,400
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy 11:40 - 09:20ARS 552,072
Taqsa VIP Sleeper 12:00 - 16:00ARS 23,760
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy 17:10 - 09:20ARS 455,004
Aerolineas Argentinas Economy 18:10 - 15:10ARS 160,265
Marga Semi Sleeper 20:30 - 00:30ARS 33,645

Transportation from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

Facts about the transport from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

Cheapest Transport$36
Fastest Transport4h
Earliest Departure12:00 PM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance200 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAerolineas Argentinas, Marga, Marga, Taqsa

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How to get from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

When you want to get from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 591.07. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 35.36.

How far is Rio Gallegos from El Calafate?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate. Your trip will be a total of 125 miles (200 km). The flying distance is 125 miles (200 km).

How long does it take to get from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate?

The travel time from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 22 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate?

The cost of the trip from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Marga: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 35.36 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 591.07.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate:

  • Bus tickets - USD 35.36 to USD 42.53;
  • flight price: USD 537.88 - USD 591.07. From Rio Gallegos to El Calafate starting from 13:15 Rio Gallegos Airport until 13:15 Rio Gallegos Airport

How many trips per day are there between Rio Gallegos and El Calafate?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 12:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by flight from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate starting from 13:15 Rio Gallegos Airport until 13:15 Rio Gallegos Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate 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.
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The most popular transport from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Rio Gallegos to El Calafate? 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.