Montevideo to Buenos Aires Ferries
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How to get from Montevideo to Buenos Aires by ferry ?
Looking for the perfect Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.
We know that planning a ferry trip from Montevideo to Buenos Aires can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.
With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Colonia Express or Buquebus. This way you can find the best price for a Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.
Most Colonia Express or Buquebus ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.
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Montevideo to Buenos Aires Ferry Information
Ferry Montevideo Buenos Aires: Price, Timetable and Duration
To travel by ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires, you'll find tickets ranging from $61 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $110 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Montevideo-Buenos Aires route is $93. The average ferry crossing time from Montevideo to Buenos Aires is 3 hrs. 25 min. The slowest ferries will take 4 hrs. 45 min to reach Buenos Aires, while the fastest boats will reach Buenos Aires in 2 hrs. 45 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Montevideo at 05:00. The last ferry to Buenos Aires leaves Montevideo at 19:30.
Why take a ferry from Montevideo to Buenos Aires ?
Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Buenos Aires. Here are 3 reasons why we think Montevideo to Buenos Aires ferry is an ideal way to travel.
Which companies operate between Montevideo and Buenos Aires?
If you're looking to travel between Montevideo and Buenos Aires by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Colonia Express or Buquebus who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.
Where do the ferries leave from in Montevideo? Where do the boats arrive in Buenos Aires?
Port of departure in Montevideo
Colonia Express or Buquebus ferries depart for Buenos Aires from the following ports in Montevideo:
Port of arrival in Buenos Aires
Buquebus or Colonia Express ships arrive in Buenos Aires from the following ports:
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
There are 2 ferry companies operating between Montevideo and Buenos Aires: Colonia Express and Buquebus.
Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Colonia Express, Buquebus.
Before booking, compare the prices of Colonia Express, Buquebus on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.
If you want to change or cancel your Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.
During your crossing between Montevideo and Buenos Aires, you will travel 132 mi.
To go by boat from Montevideo to Buenos Aires, you can find prices ranging from $61 for the lowest, to $110 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $93.
The first ferry leaves Montevideo at 05:00 for Buenos Aires.
The last ferry to Buenos Aires from Montevideo usually departs at 19:30.
Your experience of the Montevideo to Buenos Aires crossing
If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Montevideo-Buenos Aires crossing is like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Colonia Express or Buquebus ferry cruise, we explain here the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Montevideo to disembarking in Buenos Aires. You will also find practical information about Montevideo and Buenos Aires.
Ready for boarding in Montevideo
Before your Montevideo Buenos Aires ferry trip begins, here are the few steps to board:
- Presentation at the port of Montevideo / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your Colonia Express or Buquebus company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Montevideo ferry terminal. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
- Checking in for the Montevideo Buenos Aires crossing / In Montevideo, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the Buquebus or Colonia Express ticket offices at the Montevideo ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same but is done directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
- Boarding the ship to Buenos Aires / Pay attention to the voice messages in the Montevideo ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are traveling by car, Buquebus or Colonia Express staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.
On board the ship between Montevideo and Buenos Aires
During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Colonia Express or Buquebus ship as they see fit. Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.
The arrival of the ferry in Buenos Aires
You will finally find some information for the arrival of the boat in Buenos Aires:
- The ferry enters Buenos Aires harbor / You will not be able to reach the garage until you are invited by the crew. There is no point in rushing. To wait, we advise you to admire the entry into Buenos Aires harbor from the outside decks.
- If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Buenos Aires Harbor.
- Leaving the ship and discovering Buenos Aires / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Buenos Aires. Finally, leave the port and Buenos Aires is waiting for you!
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