How can I travel from San Rafael to Mendoza without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Mendoza without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Mendoza from San Rafael by bus?

The travel time from San Rafael to Mendoza is about 3h 15m, although the fastest bus will take 3h 4m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 123 miles (198 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from San Rafael to Mendoza?

About 123 miles (198 km) separate San Rafael and Mendoza.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Rafael to Mendoza?

The majority of buses traveling from San Rafael to Mendoza start their journey at Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael and wind up at Mendoza Terminal. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from San Rafael to Mendoza?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $13, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from San Rafael to Mendoza?

The average price of a one-way ticket from San Rafael to Mendoza is $14. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $13 to $16, so it's good to do your research before booking.

San Rafael (Mendoza), AR to Mendoza, AR Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 28 at 9:00am
Departure city: San Rafael
Departure location: Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Mendoza
Destination location: Terminal De Omnibus Guaymallen
Operated by: CATA Internacional
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 28 at 12:15pm
Departure city: San Rafael
Departure location: Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Arrival time: May 28 at 3:19pm
Destination city: Mendoza
Destination location: Puente Azcuenaga
Operated by: Andesmar
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 4m
Departure time: May 28 at 10:00am
Departure city: San Rafael
Departure location: Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Arrival time: May 28 at 1:15pm
Destination city: Mendoza
Destination location: Mendoza Terminal
Operated by: Iselin
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 12:15pm
Departure city: San Rafael
Departure location: Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Arrival time: May 28 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Mendoza
Destination location: Mendoza Terminal
Operated by: Andesmar
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 3:30pm
Departure city: San Rafael
Departure location: Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Arrival time: May 28 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Mendoza
Destination location: Terminal De Omnibus Guaymallen
Operated by: CATA Internacional
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 30m

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Bus San Rafael to Mendoza: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$14

Average bus trip duration3h 15m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure3:45am

Distance123 miles (197 km)

Latest bus departure9:35pm

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Andesmar

3.5/52,051 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1

Iselin

4.5/5153 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.8

According to 50 reviews, Iselin received a 4.7-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the wifi. Iselin ticket prices on this trip start at $13.00

Iselin San Rafael Mendoza recent customer reviews

It was a good, comfortable service, just a little late.

Leigh R.

February 17, 2023

Excelente servicio a bordo. Buena atencion.

Virginia G.

May 2, 2018

CATA Internacional

4/52,040 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.2

According to 42 reviews, CATA Internacional received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the wifi. CATA Internacional ticket prices on this trip start at $13.00

CATA Internacional San Rafael Mendoza recent customer reviews

Buses in Argentina are top notch. Windows kept very clean and air conditioning was excellent! I didn’t use the onboard Banyó so can’t comment on that but if in the same condition as the cleanliness of the interior and exterior then it would have been very clean

Norwood M.

January 23, 2023

It was very hot

Shai B.

January 15, 2025

Tramat

3.5/5502 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

AR bus companies: Via Tac, Via Bariloche, Flechabus, Andesmar, Chevallier, 20 de Junio, Plusmar

San Rafael to Mendoza Bus

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Where are the popular stops in San Rafael and Mendoza?

Stops in San Rafael

A - Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael

B - Terminal La Guevarina S.A. - San Rafael

Stops in Mendoza

A - Mendoza Terminal

B - Aeropuerto Mendoza

C - Hotel Hyatt

D - Parada de Autobuses de Mendoza - Vallecitos

E - Parada de Autobuses de Mendoza - Nogoli

F - Vistalba 3020

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Rafael (Mendoza), AR - Mendoza, AR

How can I travel from San Rafael to Mendoza without a car?
How long does it take to get to Mendoza from San Rafael by bus?
What is the travel distance from San Rafael to Mendoza?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Rafael to Mendoza?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from San Rafael to Mendoza?
How much are the bus tickets from San Rafael to Mendoza?

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$14

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$14

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$15

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$14

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Rafael to Mendoza, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $15 for a bus ticket from San Rafael to Mendoza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-05-29.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Rafael and Mendoza!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Rafael to Mendoza.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Rafael to Mendoza will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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