How to get from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia
There are 3 ways to get from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h). By bus it's about 7 h 40 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 366 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h | 366 km | Airlines: TRIP Linhas A |
Bus | 7 h 40 minestimated | 476 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 5 h 35 minestimated | 476 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 Rio Gallegos y Ushuaia dura aproximadamente 1 h (366 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 7 h 40 min. En auto son unos 476 km por ruta, cerca de 5 h 35 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 Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h, by bus ~7 h 40 min and by car ~5 h 35 min.
Are there flights from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Rio Gallegos–Ushuaia route is operated by TRIP Linhas A (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h and covers about 366 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia?
Flying is much faster (~1 h vs ~7 h 40 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 Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia?
It's about 476 km by road, roughly 5 h 35 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Rio Gallegos and Ushuaia?
In a straight line it's about 366 km between Rio Gallegos and Ushuaia.
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