How to get from San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel
There are 3 ways to get from San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~50 min). By bus it's about 4 h 5 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 195 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 50 min | 195 km | Airlines: TRIP Linhas A |
Bus | 4 h 5 minestimated | 254 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 3 hestimated | 254 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 San Carlos de Bariloche y Esquel dura aproximadamente 50 min (195 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 4 h 5 min. En auto son unos 254 km por ruta, cerca de 3 h 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 San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~50 min, by bus ~4 h 5 min and by car ~3 h.
Are there flights from San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the San Carlos de Bariloche–Esquel route is operated by TRIP Linhas A (may vary). The flight takes about 50 min and covers about 195 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel?
Flying is much faster (~50 min vs ~4 h 5 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 San Carlos de Bariloche to Esquel?
It's about 254 km by road, roughly 3 h of driving without stops.
What is the distance between San Carlos de Bariloche and Esquel?
In a straight line it's about 195 km between San Carlos de Bariloche and Esquel.
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