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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Montevideo to Buenos Aires
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Ferries per day
10
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montevideo to Buenos Aires will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £52.
Of the 10 ferries that leave Montevideo for Buenos Aires every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 05 May the direct ferries cover the 203 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Colonia Express17:004h45Montevideo21:45Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes- Colonia Express14:304h45Montevideo19:15Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes
- Colonia Express5:004h45Montevideo9:45Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes
- Colonia Express13:004h45Montevideo17:45Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes
- Colonia Express7:004h45Montevideo11:45Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes
Buquebus19:302h45Montevideo22:15Buenos Aires (Terminal Buquebus)£811One-way0 changes- Buquebus11:002h45Montevideo13:45Buenos Aires (Terminal Buquebus)£811One-way0 changes
- Buquebus13:454h31Montevideo18:16Buenos Aires Port£591One-way0 changes
- Buquebus7:004h31Montevideo11:31Buenos Aires Port£591One-way0 changes
- Colonia Express17:004h45Montevideo21:45Buenos Aires Port£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Montevideo to Buenos Aires
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Montevideo to Buenos Aires among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 109 nautical miles (203 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £198 Average Price | £61 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Montevideo to Buenos Aires Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Colonia Express | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Colonia Express | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Buquebus | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 21:46 | Duration 4h46 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Colonia Express | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Buquebus | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 11:31 | Duration 4h31 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Colonia Express | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Colonia Express | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Buquebus | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 2h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Buquebus | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 18:16 | Duration 4h31 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Buquebus | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 2h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferries for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buquebus | 19:30 Montevideo | 2h45 | 22:15 Buenos Aires (Terminal Buquebus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| Colonia Express | 5:00 Montevideo | 4h45 | 9:45 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Buquebus | 7:00 Montevideo | 4h31 | 11:31 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Colonia Express | 7:00 Montevideo | 4h45 | 11:45 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Buquebus | 11:00 Montevideo | 2h45 | 13:45 Buenos Aires (Terminal Buquebus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Colonia Express | 13:00 Montevideo | 4h45 | 17:45 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Buquebus | 13:45 Montevideo | 4h31 | 18:16 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Colonia Express | 14:30 Montevideo | 4h45 | 19:15 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Colonia Express | 17:00 Montevideo | 4h45 | 21:45 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Buquebus | 17:00 Montevideo | 4h46 | 21:46 Buenos Aires Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires
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Ferries from Montevideo to Buenos Aires run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 10 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest ferry covers the 109 nautical miles (203 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 54 sailings per week.
Distance 109 nautical miles (203 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Ferries per day 10 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 54 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 5:00 |
Last ferry 22:10 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Ferry operators: Colonia Express, Buquebus from Montevideo to Buenos AiresYou can travel by ferry between Montevideo to Buenos Aires with Colonia Express, Buquebus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montevideo to Buenos Aires by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buenos Aires, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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