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How to book a Ferry to Buenos Aires

How to book a Ferry to Buenos Aires

Compare all ferries to Buenos Aires in Argentina to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Buenos Aires to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

Simply select your place of departure, preferred route, total number of passengers and search!

Buenos Aires Ferry Services

Buenos Aires Ferry

Buenos Aires port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Buenos Aires?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Buenos Aires from 3 different ports. These include Montevideo, Colonia del Sacramento & Punta del Este.

Buenos Aires schedules

Ferries to Buenos Aires sail up to 20 times a day and up to 136 times a week.

Buenos Aires operators

Ferries to Buenos Aires are operated by 2 operators including Buquebus & Colonia Express.

How long is the ferry to Buenos Aires?

The duration of the ferry to Buenos Aires depends on the route you choose. The Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 1 hour 15 minutes, whilst Punta del Este to Buenos Aires is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 7 hours.

Bear in mind that Buenos Aires ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Buenos Aires ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Buenos Aires

There are currently 3 different ferry routes to Buenos Aires.

Montevideo to Buenos Aires

Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires

Punta del Este to Buenos Aires

Popular ferry routes to Buenos Aires

Montevideo to Buenos Aires is the most popular route, with 10 daily and 68 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 4 hours 38 minutes and costs 56 on average. 

The second most popular route is Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires which takes around 1 hour 15 minutes and costs 45 on average. There are 8 daily and 55 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Buenos Aires go to?

Buenos Aires ferries currently sail to 3 ports including Montevideo, Colonia del Sacramento & Punta del Este.


Buenos Aires ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Buenos Aires?

Buenos Aires ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Buenos Aires ferry cost. 

Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is the cheapest ferry, costing £45 on average. There are 8 daily and 55 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Buenos Aires with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Buenos Aires?

Unfortunately, you cannot take a car ferry to Buenos Aires.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Buenos Aires?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Buenos Aires with 2 operators including Buquebus & Colonia Express.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Buenos Aires?

You cannot take your bike on ferries to Buenos Aires.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Buenos Aires?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Buenos Aires with 2 operators including Buquebus & Colonia Express. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Buenos Aires

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Buenos Aires online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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