Buenos Aires
Punta del Este
Ferries to Uruguay
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Buenos Aires Punta del Este Ferry

The Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry route connects Argentina with Uruguay. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Buquebus. The crossing operates up to 9 times each week with sailing durations from around 5 hours.

Buenos Aires Punta del Este sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Argentina to Uruguay page.
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Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is approximately 5h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Buenos Aires to Punta del Este and this is
    • Buquebus
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este with
    • Buquebus
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Buquebus

Buenos Aires Guide

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.


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