What is the cheapest way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The cheapest way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is to Bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The fastest way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is to car ferry which takes 2h 30m and costs $70 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Buenos Aires and Montevideo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puerto de Buenos Aires and arriving at Terminal Tres Cruces. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Buenos Aires and Montevideo?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Puerto Madero and arriving at Puerto Montevideo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The distance between Buenos Aires and Montevideo is 202 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

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How do I travel from Buenos Aires to Montevideo without a car?

The best way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo without a car is to car ferry which takes 2h 30m and costs $70 - $170.

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

The car ferry from Puerto Madero to Puerto Montevideo takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Buenos Aires to Montevideo bus from?

Buenos Aires to Montevideo bus services, operated by Colonia Express, depart from Puerto de Buenos Aires station.

Bus or fly from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The best way to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is to Bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $280 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Buenos Aires to Montevideo bus arrive?

Buenos Aires to Montevideo bus services, operated by Colonia Express, arrive at Terminal Tres Cruces station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

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Where can I stay near Montevideo?

There are 535+ hotels available in Montevideo.

Buenos Aires to Montevideo - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, Bus, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo by car ferry, bus, or plane

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Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Puerto Madero to Puerto Montevideocarferry Buenos Aires
2h 30m
$70–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puerto de Buenos Aires to Terminal Tres Crucesbus Buenos Aires
4h 45m
$55–120
Fly
1. Fly from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Carrasco International Airport (MVD)plane AEP - MVD
2h 56m
$111–272

Buenos Aires to Montevideo by car ferry

13Weekly Car ferry

2h 30mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.9 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Buenos Aires, Argentina and Montevideo, Uruguay?

Buquebus operates a car ferry from Puerto Madero to Puerto Montevideo twice daily. Tickets cost $70–170 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Colonia Express operates a bus from Puerto de Buenos Aires to Terminal Tres Cruces 5 times a day, and the journey takes 4h 45m. Four other operators also service this route.

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