Buenos Aires – Montevideo
Ferries to Uruguay
Buenos Aires – Montevideo
Ferries to Uruguay
There are usually 6 daily and 46 weekly sailings between Buenos Aires and Montevideo. 2 operators sail this route
The earliest Buenos Aires Montevideo ferry sailings typically depart Buenos Aires at around 07:15. The last ferry usually departs at 20:00.
Buenos Aires Montevideo Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 4h 11m. The fastest sailings are approximately 2h 30m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 6 daily sailings and up to 46 weekly ferry sailings from Buenos Aires to Montevideo. These sailings are provided by Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Buenos Aires Montevideo ferry prices typically range between 89.05 €* and 504.54 €*. The average price is typically 196.52 €*. The cheapest Buenos Aires Montevideo ferry prices start from 52.07 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 196.52 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Buenos Aires to Montevideo is approximately 148.6 miles (239.2km) or 129.2 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Buenos Aires and Montevideo
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Buenos Aires to Montevideo with Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Buenos Aires - Montevideo Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Argentina | |
| Destination Country | Uruguay | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Buquebus & Colonia Express | |
| Average Price | 196 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 46 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4h 11m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 07:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 20:00 | |
| Distance | 129 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is located on the western shores of the mammoth River Plate estuary. There are daily sailings from the country’s largest city to the Uruguayan cities of Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento. Both Buquebus and Colonia Express operate on these routes.
Things to do in Buenos Aires?
It’s a multicultural metropolis that has retained much of its historical European identity, evident in the downtown clash of architecture that ranges from the soaring towers of the central business district to the pink walls of the Italianate-style Casa Rosada presidential palace. Whether you want to try your hand at tango dancing, want to sample the delicious local cuisine, want to go market hopping or fancy a stroll through the spectacular Cementerio de la Recoleta, the city is bursting with culture, tradition and there really is something for everyone to enjoy.
What transport is on offer?
Just a few minutes’ walk from outside the port entrance is the Marina Nueva train station that offers routes deeper into the suburbs of Buenos Aires, including a stop by the city’s international airport on the coast. The extensive National Route 9 highway, just a few minutes’ drive from the port, cuts north and connects motorists to other major Argentinian cities including Rosario and Cordoba.
What about the ferry services?
Passenger routes run from the port multiple times throughout the week, serviced by Buquebus and Colonia Express ferries. Both these lines offer daily routes to the nearby capital of Montevideo in Uruguay, a short distant across the River Plate, and the smaller Uruguayan city of Colonia Del Sacramento. The sailing time to Colonia del Sacramento is one hour and fifteen minutes, while the Montevideo route varies from between two hours fifteen to four hours fifty.
