Montevideo
Buenos Aires
Ferry to Argentina
Open Ticket??

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Open Ticket?

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Trip Details
Outbound
Return Trip

Latest offers for Montevideo - Buenos Aires

Ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

There are usually 6 daily and 44 weekly sailings between Montevideo and Buenos Aires. 2 operators sail this route Buquebus & Colonia Express and runs throughout the year. Montevideo Buenos Aires ferries cost between £75 and £415, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Montevideo Buenos Aires ferries.

Montevideo Buenos Aires Ferry Times

The earliest Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry sailings typically depart Montevideo at around 05:00. The last ferry usually departs at 19:30.

How long is the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Montevideo Buenos Aires Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 4h 10m. The fastest sailings are approximately 2h 30m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Montevideo Buenos Aires Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 6 daily sailings and up to 44 weekly ferry sailings from Montevideo to Buenos Aires. These sailings are provided by Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Montevideo Buenos Aires Ferry Prices

Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry prices typically range between £75* and £415*. The average price is typically £224*. The cheapest Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry prices start from £46*. The average price for a foot passenger is £224*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

How far is it from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

The distance between Montevideo to Buenos Aires is approximately 148.6 miles (239.2km) or 129.2 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Montevideo and Buenos Aires

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Buquebus, Colonia Express between Montevideo and Buenos Aires.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Montevideo to Buenos Aires 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.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Uruguay to Argentina page.
Why use Direct Ferries?
category
Ferries from 4412 routes and 901 ports worldwide
category
Trusted by over 2.5 million customers
category
We arrange over 1.2 million ferry crossings / year
category
We check up to 1 million prices for our customers daily
Montevideo - Buenos Aires Route summary
Departure Country Uruguay
Destination Country Argentina
No. of Operators 2
Operators Buquebus & Colonia Express
Average Price £224*
Average Daily Sailings 6
Average Weekly Sailings 44
Average Sailing Duration 4h 10m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 30m
First Ferry 05:00
Last Ferry 19:30
Distance 129 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-04-02.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

The ferry crossing time from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is approximately 3h 37m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is £274. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

There are 2 popular ferry operators for Montevideo to Buenos Aires. These are
  • Buquebus
  • Colonia Express

How can I book ferry tickets from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Book ferries from Montevideo to Buenos Aires through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Montevideo to Buenos Aires with
  • Buquebus
  • Colonia Express

Can you take your car on the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Montevideo to Buenos Aires with
  • Buquebus

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires?

Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Buquebus
  • Colonia Express

How far is Buenos Aires from Montevideo?

The distance between Montevideo to Buenos Aires is approximately 129 nautical Miles.

Montevideo to Buenos Aires Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 15/04/2024 and 21/04/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Colonia Express 05:00 09:45 4 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 07:00 11:45 4 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Buquebus 11:00 13:30 2 hours 30 minutes Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Colonia Express 13:00 17:45 4 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 14:30 19:15 4 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 17:00 21:45 4 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Buquebus 19:30 22:00 2 hours 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
The quickest way to make & manage your booking

Download the Direct Ferries app or manage your booking online through My Account

App

Customer Service

Visit our customer service page to find useful information on travelling by ferry, our FAQs, and how to contact us for help with your booking