How to get from Asunción to Montevideo
There are 3 ways to get from Asunción to Montevideo: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h 55 min). By bus it's about 22 h 35 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 1.077 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h 55 min | 1.077 km | Airlines: BQB Lineas Aereas |
Bus | 22 h 35 minestimated | 1.400 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 16 h 30 minestimated | 1.400 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Asunción y Montevideo dura aproximadamente 1 h 55 min (1.077 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 22 h 35 min. En auto son unos 1.400 km por ruta, cerca de 16 h 30 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Asunción to Montevideo?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h 55 min, by bus ~22 h 35 min and by car ~16 h 30 min.
Are there flights from Asunción to Montevideo?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Asunción–Montevideo route is operated by BQB Lineas Aereas (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h 55 min and covers about 1.077 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Asunción to Montevideo?
Flying is much faster (~1 h 55 min vs ~22 h 35 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Asunción to Montevideo?
It's about 1.400 km by road, roughly 16 h 30 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Asunción and Montevideo?
In a straight line it's about 1.077 km between Asunción and Montevideo.
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