Montevideo Transport: Ferry + Bus

Leave Buenos Aires behind and discover the beautiful capital of Uruguay on this self-guided trip to Montevideo. Unmissable!

Montevideo Transport: Ferry + Bus

Set sail from Buenos Aires port on a fast ferry. In 1 hour and 15 minutes, you'll dock at Colonia del Sacramento, where a bus will transport you to Montevideo in 2 hours and 30 minutes. Explore the city at your own pace, including Plaza Independencia, home to key monuments like the Solís Theatre and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Other recommended sites are the Mercado Agrícola, El Prado neighborhood, Playa Pocitos beach, and the Estadio Centenario, significant for South American football fans. Return to Tres Cruces Terminal on General Artigas Boulevard for the bus back to Colonia del Sacramento, then take the ferry to Buenos Aires.

Schedule

Departures from Buenos Aires ferry terminal: 8:30 am, 10:30 am, 12:50 pm, 6:30 pm, and 8 pmDepartures from Montevideo bus station: 5 am, 7 am, 1 pm, 2:30 pm, and 5 pm

When making your reservation, indicate if you wish to return on the same day or up to 90 days later. Note that the timetables and connections between boats and buses are predetermined and cannot be modified.

One-way ticket

You can also book a one-way transportation option to Montevideo without returning to Buenos Aires.

Required Documents

To enter Uruguay, certain nationalities may need to present a passport or other documents such as visas. Please check the required documentation specifics.