How to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo

There are 2 ways to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo: flight and ferry. The fastest is by flight (~50 min). The ferry crossing (Buquebus) takes ~2 h 15 min. It's about 221 km in a straight line.

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Mode	Approx. time	Distance	Detail
Flight⚡ Fastest	50 min	221 km	Airlines: Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, BQB Lineas Aereas, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Ferry	2 h 15 min	—	Operated by: Buquebus

Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.

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✈️ By air

El vuelo entre Buenos Aires y Montevideo dura aproximadamente 50 min (221 km en línea recta).

Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):

Aerolineas ArgentinasAir FranceBQB Lineas AereasKLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Departure: AEP · EZEArrival: MVD

⛴️ By ferry

Ferry directo de alta velocidad; también vía Colonia con bus combinado. El cruce tarda ~2 h 15 min.

Buquebus

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

It depends on the mode: by flight ~50 min and by ferry ~2 h 15 min.

Are there flights from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Buenos Aires–Montevideo route is operated by Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, BQB Lineas Aereas and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 50 min and covers about 221 km.

Can you take a ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

Yes. Ferry directo de alta velocidad; también vía Colonia con bus combinado. The crossing takes ~2 h 15 min and is operated by Buquebus.

What is the distance between Buenos Aires and Montevideo?

In a straight line it's about 221 km between Buenos Aires and Montevideo.