Ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo
Route map
- Buquebus
- Colonia Express
Buquebus 2 hours 45 minutes
Check prices Colonia Express 4 hours 45 minutes
Check prices Ferry connections Buenos Aires - Montevideo
Operators compared
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days | Vessels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buquebus | 2:45–4:00 | 5 | 274 | Silvia Ana, Francisco, Atlanticiii |
| Colonia Express | 4:45 | 3 | 269 | – |
Fares by vehicle
- Foot passenger
- €39
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Oct
10
Nov
10
Dec
8
Jan
8
Feb
8
Mar
8
Apr
8
May
8
Jun
5
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Ports of call
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Departure port
Buenos Aires
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Port of call
Colonia del Sacramento
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Destination port
Montevideo
Ports and terminals
Frequently asked questions about the Buenos Aires - Montevideo ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo take? +
The crossing from Buenos Aires to Montevideo takes 4 hours on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 2 hours 45 minutes and 4 hours 45 minutes.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo run? +
The ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo runs daily, with up to 10 departures a day. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry companies sail from Buenos Aires to Montevideo? +
Colonia Express and Buquebus serve the Buenos Aires - Montevideo route. Crossing time and departure frequency differ between the operators; the comparison is on this page.
Route
Does the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo sail direct? +
No, Buenos Aires - Montevideo is part of a service with 3 ports of call. The intermediate stops are listed on this page; the crossing time shown applies to the full journey to Montevideo.