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Ferries from Uruguay to Argentina sail approximately 97 times per week and are available with Colonia Express & Buquebus.

How long is the ferry from Uruguay to Argentina?

The ferry from Uruguay to Argentina takes between 45 minutes and 7 hours 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.

What is the fastest ferry from Uruguay to Argentina?

The fastest ferry from Uruguay to Argentina is on the Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires ferry with Colonia Express in 45 minutes. 

Is there a car ferry from Uruguay to Argentina?

Yes, you can bring your car on the ferry from Uruguay to Argentina with Colonia Express.

How far is it from Uruguay to Argentina?

There are approximately 36 miles (58km) and 32 nautical miles between Uruguay and Argentina.

How much is the ferry from Uruguay to Argentina?

The price of a ferry from Uruguay to Argentina can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.

Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires Ferry

The Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires ferry ferry sails approximately 52 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 15 minutes.

Montevideo to Buenos Aires Ferry

The Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry sails around 42 times per week with an average crossing time of 4 hours 45 minutes.

Uruguay to Argentina Ferry Offers and Discounts

We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.

How do I get from Uruguay to Argentina?

There are several ways to travel from Uruguay to Argentina. The quickest and most popular method of travel is by ferry from Montevideo or Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires. You also take a direct flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Buenos Aires (AEP or EZE), but this costs much more than taking the ferry.

How to book ferry tickets from Uruguay to Argentina

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How much are ferries from Uruguay to Argentina?

From To Average price
Montevideo, Uruguay
Buenos Aires, Argentina 		$262.00Average price
Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
Buenos Aires, Argentina 		$117.00Average price
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Buenos Aires, Argentina 		$170.00Average price

Ferries from Uruguay to Argentina

About Uruguay

Uruguay is a small country in South America, lying between Argentina to the west and Brazil to the north. It ranks first in Latin America for democracy, peace and press freedom, boasting a beautiful landscape to rival its popular neighbours as well. It’s fast becoming a popular holiday destination, too, thanks to its diverse terrain and a huge choice of activities on offer. A typical day may involve relaxing in hot springs, spotting wildlife along the coast, horseback riding through vast plains or partying in vibrant beach towns. The capital, Montevideo is an exciting cosmopolitan city, with everything from superb beaches and trendy arts scene to large shopping malls and picturesque neoclassical architecture. Uruguay has ports in Colonia del Sacramento and in the capital on the south coast, offering frequent sailings across the Rio de La Plata to Buenos Aires. With many high-speed crossings to choose from, Uruguay a useful departure point for Argentina.

About Argentina

Argentina is a large country in South America, home to both the continent’s highest and lowest points. The inhabitants of the eighth largest nation on the planet are well-known for their gaucho culture, passion for football and superb beef steaks, whilst the land itself boasts some of the highest Andes peaks, magnificent glaciers in Patagonia and the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Buenos Aires is the lively capital, home to around three million locals known as ‘people from the port’. Often compared to a European city due to its eclectic mix of cuisine and Spanish-style city streets, Buenos Aires is also where the Tango dance was conceived, arguably Argentina’s most famous contribution to the rest of the world. Travelling by ferry is an easy way to hop across the border from Uruguay, as there are frequent high-speed routes on offer to Buenos Aires, with some crossings lasting just over an hour.

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