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

At your selected time, you'll set sail from Buenos Aires port on a fast ferry. 1 hour and 15 minutes later, you'll dock at the port in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, where a bus will be waiting at the terminal to drive you to Montevideo. The journey by road takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Upon arrival, you'll have time to explore the city at your own pace. Recommended sites include Plaza Independencia, home to the Solís Theatre and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Additional points of interest are the Mercado Agrícola, the El Prado neighborhood, Playa Pocitos beach, and the Estadio Centenario.

At the end of your visit, head to the Tres Cruces Terminal on General Artigas Boulevard for the bus back to Colonia del Sacramento, followed by the ferry to Buenos Aires.

Departure Times

The following schedules are for the summer season, valid from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026:

Departures from the Buenos Aires ferry terminal: 8 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 6:15 pm, and 8 pmDepartures from the Montevideo bus station: 5 am, 6:30 am, 12:45 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4:45 pm

When booking, indicate if you wish to return on the same day or up to 90 days later. Schedules and connections are predetermined and cannot be modified.

One-Way Ticket

You can also book an option for one-way transportation to Montevideo without the return to Buenos Aires.

Required Documents

To enter Uruguay, certain nationalities will need to show a passport or other documents such as visas. Check the necessary documentation on the appropriate government website.