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Ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este

Colonia Express provides the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este. Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferries cost around $84 and $410, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferries.

Ferry times from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este

Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry sailings typycally depart from Buenos Aires at around 08:30. The last ferry leaves at 18:30.

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

The Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry trip can take around 7 hours 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Buenos Aires Punta del Este Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 6 weekly sailings from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este serviced by Colonia Express. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este

Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry prices typically range between $85* and $416*. The average price is typically $243*. The cheapest ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este start from $85*. The average price for a foot passenger is $243*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25

How far is it from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

The distance between Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is approximately 237 miles (381km) or 206 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry?

Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

Foot passengers can travel on the Buenos Aires to Punta del Este ferry with Colonia Express.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

Pets can travel on ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este with Colonia Express. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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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 7h 30m. 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
  • Colonia Express

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.

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.

Buenos Aires to Punta del Este Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 1/20/2025 and 1/26/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Colonia Express 08:30 16:00 7 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 18:30 02:00 7 hours 30 minutes Sat
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