How to get from Punta del Este to Rosario
There are 3 ways to get from Punta del Este to Rosario: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h 20 min). By bus it's about 11 h 55 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 568 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h 20 min | 568 km | Airlines: TRIP Linhas A |
Bus | 11 h 55 minestimated | 738 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 8 h 40 minestimated | 738 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 Punta del Este y Rosario dura aproximadamente 1 h 20 min (568 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 11 h 55 min. En auto son unos 738 km por ruta, cerca de 8 h 40 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 Punta del Este to Rosario?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h 20 min, by bus ~11 h 55 min and by car ~8 h 40 min.
Are there flights from Punta del Este to Rosario?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Punta del Este–Rosario route is operated by TRIP Linhas A (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h 20 min and covers about 568 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Punta del Este to Rosario?
Flying is much faster (~1 h 20 min vs ~11 h 55 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 Punta del Este to Rosario?
It's about 738 km by road, roughly 8 h 40 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Punta del Este and Rosario?
In a straight line it's about 568 km between Punta del Este and Rosario.
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