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Ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este

Depending on the season their are about 5 weekly sailings between Buenos Aires and Punta del Este.Colonia Express provides the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este. Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferries take around 7 hours 30 minutes. The ferry costs between $159.33 and $806.87, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este.

What's the ferry schedule from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

The earliest Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry typically departs Buenos Aires at about 08:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 18:30.

How long is the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

Ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este sail in around 7 hours 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Buenos Aires Punta del Este Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 5 weekly sailings from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este provided by Colonia Express. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost fromBuenos Aires to Punta del Este?

The price of a ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este typically range between $159.33* and $806.87*. On average the Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry is $517.61*. The cheapest Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferry prices start from $159.33*. The average price for a foot passenger is $517.61*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2025.

What is the distance from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

The distance between Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is approximately 237 miles (381km) or 206 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Buenos Aires and Punta del Este.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

Colonia Express allow foot passengers on Buenos Aires Punta del Este ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

Colonia Express allow pets on ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Argentina to Uruguay page.
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Buenos Aires - Punta del Este Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationArgentina
DestinationUruguay
No. of Operators1
OperatorsColonia Express
Average Price$518
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration7 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration7 h 30 m
First Ferry08:30
Last Ferry18:30
Distance206 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Buenos Aires to Punta del Este Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    The ferry crossing time from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is approximately 7 hours 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Buenos Aires to Punta del Este ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is $517.61. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Colonia Express provide the ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Book ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este.

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Buenos Aires to Punta del Este?

    The distance from Buenos Aires to Punta del Este is 206 nautical miles.

Buenos Aires Guide

Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is located on the western shores of the mammoth River Plate estuary. There are daily sailings from the country’s largest city to the Uruguayan cities of Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento. Both Buquebus and Colonia Express operate on these routes.

Things to do in Buenos Aires?
It’s a multicultural metropolis that has retained much of its historical European identity, evident in the downtown clash of architecture that ranges from the soaring towers of the central business district to the pink walls of the Italianate-style Casa Rosada presidential palace. Whether you want to try your hand at tango dancing, want to sample the delicious local cuisine, want to go market hopping or fancy a stroll through the spectacular Cementerio de la Recoleta, the city is bursting with culture, tradition and there really is something for everyone to enjoy.

What transport is on offer?
Just a few minutes’ walk from outside the port entrance is the Marina Nueva train station that offers routes deeper into the suburbs of Buenos Aires, including a stop by the city’s international airport on the coast. The extensive National Route 9 highway, just a few minutes’ drive from the port, cuts north and connects motorists to other major Argentinian cities including Rosario and Cordoba.

What about the ferry services?
Passenger routes run from the port multiple times throughout the week, serviced by Buquebus and Colonia Express ferries. Both these lines offer daily routes to the nearby capital of Montevideo in Uruguay, a short distant across the River Plate, and the smaller Uruguayan city of Colonia Del Sacramento. The sailing time to Colonia del Sacramento is one hour and fifteen minutes, while the Montevideo route varies from between two hours fifteen to four hours fifty.

Buenos Aires to Punta del Este Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/03/2025 and 23/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Colonia Express 08:30 16:00 7 hours 30 minutes Everyday
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