Montevideo Transport: Ferry + Bus, Buenos Aires

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

Duration

9 hours.

Included

Ferry trip from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento
Bus trip from Colonia del Sacramento to Montevideo
Return ferry and bus trip back to Buenos Aires (depending on selection)
Boarding tax

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available. This must be indicated in the reservation. Provides signage for wayfinding and orientation. Information in accessible formats.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

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 to the Uruguayan capital takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Having reached Montevideo, you'll be left to explore the city at your own pace. We recommend strolling around Plaza Independencia, or Independence Square, home to some of the capital's most emblematic monuments, including the Solís Theatre and the Metropolitan Cathedral.

Don't miss the Mercado Agrícola, Montevideo's historic market, the El Prado neighborhood, the Playa Pocitos beach, and the Estadio Centenario, a must for fans of South American football!

At the end of your time in Montevideo, make your way to the Tres Cruces Terminal on General Artigas Boulevard to catch the bus back to Colonia del Sacramento, where you'll take the ferry back to Buenos Aires.

Departure Times

Below are the schedules for the summer season, valid from March 1, 2026:

Departures from the Buenos Aires ferry terminal: 8:30, 10:30, 12:50, 18:30, and 20:00.
Departures from the Montevideo bus station: 5:00, 7:00, 13:00, 14:30, and 17:00.

When booking, you must indicate whether you wish to return to Buenos Aires on the same day or up to 90 days later. Please note that the schedules and connections between boats and buses are predetermined and cannot be modified.

One-Way Ticket

If you prefer, you can also book the option that includes only one-way transportation to Montevideo without the return to Buenos Aires.

Required Documents

To enter Uruguay, people of certain nationalities will need to show their passports or other documents, such as visas, etc. You can find out about the necessary documentation on this link.