How much is the ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The cheapest ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Montevideo start at CLP 62,033. The average price for this ferry route is about CLP 62,785. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the ferry ride from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The average ferry travel time from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 204 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Buquebus .

Which ferry companies serve the Buenos Aires to Montevideo route?

According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 5 ferries available per day, including services from Colonia Express , Buquebus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The earliest ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo departs at 7:30am. And the latest ferry departs at 8:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

A ferry journey from Buenos Aires to Montevideo produces an estimated 45.9 kg of CO₂.

Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo Ferry 2026

Next ferry departures

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on May 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	4:00pm	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	6:45pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	6:30pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	11:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	12:15pm	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	4:15pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:00pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	12:45am	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on May 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on May 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on May 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on June 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on June 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on June 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ferry	8:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	1:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	Cheapest
Ferry	7:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	2h 45m	10:15am	Terminal Tres Cruces	Fastest
Ferry	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	8:30am	Terminal Fluvial Buquebus	4h	12:30pm	Terminal Tres Cruces	No tags
Ferry	10:30am	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	3:15pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Buenos Aires to Montevideo

We recommend taking the ferry

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Ferry stands out as a good way to reach Montevideo. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 62,033, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5ferry per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

204 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 56,139 - CLP 89,855	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average PriceCLP 62,033 - CLP 101,314	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Buenos Aires, AR and Montevideo?

Buenos Aires, AR

A
Estación Remedios de Escalada
L. Caputo, Remedios de Escalada, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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B
Donovan
Donovan, 1300, B1770AHJ Tapiales, Buenos Aires, Argentina
C
Parada de Autobus Tapiales
Av. de Circunvalacion, Tapiales, Buenos Aires, Argentina
D
Callao
Av. Callao 401, C1022AAE CABA, Argentina
E
Parada de Autobus Valentin Alsina
Itapiru 831, B1822DIN Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
F
Zarate Peaje
Au Panamericana & RN9 & Colectora General Paz & RN A001, Villa Martelli Buenos Aires, Argentina

Montevideo

A
Tres Cruces
Bulevar General Artigas 1825, Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay
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B
Av. Gral. San Martín
Av. Gral. San Martín, Montevideo 12300, Uruguay
C
Terminal tres cruces
Terminal Tres Cruces, Bulevar Gral. Artigas 1825, 11600 Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay

Ferry Companies

Colonia Express

4.2/567 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.1

According to 29 reviews, Colonia Express received a 4.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. Colonia Express ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 62,033

Colonia Express Buenos Aires Montevideo recent customer reviews

Fantasitic and luxurious!

Jonathan A.

January 6, 2024

Very efficient.

Andrew M.

February 19, 2023

Дякую.Доїхали до Монтевідео швидко та добре.

Прудникова В.

December 10, 2022

Buquebus

3.3/525 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi0.6

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the power outlets. Buquebus ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 73,391

Buquebus Buenos Aires Montevideo recent customer reviews

incorrect information in the voucher. I spend a lot of money to taxi from one terminal to another to find out which one is correct. Additionally final dest.point is invalid, I had to take another one taxi while arrived to dest. city

Dmitrii T.

September 25, 2023

Maybe announcements should be in dual language at the Buenos Aires terminal, I had doubt about some announcements in Spanish only, maybe somebody at an information counter would help

Russell H.

February 20, 2023

wrong destination pointed out of arrival and departure

Tim L.

November 18, 2025

Companies in UY:Buquebus, Colonia Express, Sturla

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo by ferry

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Montevideo start at CLP 62,033. The average price for this ferry route is about CLP 62,785. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry ride from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
The average ferry travel time from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 204 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Buquebus.
Which ferry companies serve the Buenos Aires to Montevideo route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 5 ferries available per day, including services from Colonia Express, Buquebus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
The earliest ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo departs at 7:30am. And the latest ferry departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
A ferry journey from Buenos Aires to Montevideo produces an estimated 45.9 kg of CO₂.

Find the cheapest prices for ferries

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-25

CLP 60,374

05-26

CLP 60,273

Today

CLP 60,393

05-28

CLP 60,374

05-29

CLP 60,338

05-30

CLP 60,356

05-31

CLP 60,365

06-01

CLP 60,356

The cheapest trip from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo was searched and found on May 26, 2026 with a price of CLP 60,273

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between CLP 60,273 and CLP 98,729 for a ferry ticket from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at CLP 60,338 on 2026-05-29.

Usually Buquebus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.