What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata is to bus which costs $190000 - $320000 and takes 2 days 0h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes 8h 23m and costs $360000 - $900000.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Mar del Plata?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Terminal Mar del Plata via Terminal de Omnibus Retiro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Mar del Plata is 2172 km. The road distance is 3005.9 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 0h and costs $190000 - $320000.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata bus from?

Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata bus services, operated by JBL Internacional, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes 8h 26m and costs $260000 - $900000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190000 - $320000 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata bus services, operated by JBL Internacional, arrive at Terminal de Omnibus Retiro station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata is 3006 km. It takes approximately 37h 47m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata.

Where can I stay near Mar del Plata?

There are 3456+ hotels available in Mar del Plata.

Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Plata by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ)plane SDU - MDQ
8h 26m
$264,992–884,819
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal de Omnibus Retirobus Rio de Janeiro
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Terminal Mar del Platabus Buenos Aires
2d
$199,120–315,356
Drive 3,005.9 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Mar del Platacar 3,005.9 km
37h 47m
$453,711–655,360
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ)plane GIG - MDQ
8h 23m
$363,239–867,239
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Buenos Aires Retirobus Buenos Aires
2. Take the train from Plaza Constitución to Mar del Platatrain Buenos Aires
2d 4h
$406,109–640,226
Bus via Balneário Camboriú
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal Rodoviário de Itapemabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Itapema to Terminal de Omnibus Retirobus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Terminal Mar del Platabus
2d 6h
$271,255–486,569

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ) flights

6Weekly Planes

10h 3mAverage Duration

$252,992Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,172.3 km
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Mar del Plata, Argentina?

LATAM Chile, Aerolíneas Argentinas, and two other airlines fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal Mar del Plata via Terminal de Omnibus Retiro in around 2d.

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