How to get from Neuquén to Mendoza
There are 3 ways to get from Neuquén to Mendoza: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h 25 min). By bus it's about 14 h 20 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 683 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h 25 min | 683 km | Airlines: Aerolineas Argentinas, TRIP Linhas A |
Bus | 14 h 20 minestimated | 888 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 10 h 25 minestimated | 888 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 Neuquén y Mendoza dura aproximadamente 1 h 25 min (683 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 14 h 20 min. En auto son unos 888 km por ruta, cerca de 10 h 25 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 Neuquén to Mendoza?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h 25 min, by bus ~14 h 20 min and by car ~10 h 25 min.
Are there flights from Neuquén to Mendoza?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Neuquén–Mendoza route is operated by Aerolineas Argentinas and TRIP Linhas A (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h 25 min and covers about 683 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Neuquén to Mendoza?
Flying is much faster (~1 h 25 min vs ~14 h 20 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 Neuquén to Mendoza?
It's about 888 km by road, roughly 10 h 25 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Neuquén and Mendoza?
In a straight line it's about 683 km between Neuquén and Mendoza.
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