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

The cheapest ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Montevideo start from $67. The average price for this ferry route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average ferry journey time from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is 4h, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Buquebus .

Which ferry companies service 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

The earliest ferry departs from Buenos Aires to Montevideo at 6:30am. And the latest ferry departs at 8:45pm.

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 45.1 kg of CO₂.

Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo Ferry 2026

Next ferry departures

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on April 11
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 April 12
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	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	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Next departures for Buenos Aires to Montevideo on April 13
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 April 14
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 April 15
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 April 16
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 April 17
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 April 18
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	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	12:50pm	Port, Colonia Express	4h 45m	5:35pm	Terminal Omnibus Tres Cruces	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:46 PM -03.

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 and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5ferry per day

4hAverage Duration

124 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $70	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average Price$67 - $163	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 45kg 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
Visit page
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
Visit page
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

4.1/566 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.0

According to 28 reviews, Colonia Express received a 4.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness, but some complained about the wifi. Colonia Express ticket prices on this trip start at $67

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

Wifi0.6

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

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $67. The average price for this ferry route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry journey from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
The average ferry journey time from Buenos Aires to Montevideo is 4h, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Buquebus.
Which ferry companies service 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the ferry from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?
The earliest ferry departs from Buenos Aires to Montevideo at 6:30am. And the latest ferry departs at 8:45pm.
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 45.1 kg of CO₂.

Find cheapest prices for ferries

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

Best price found

04/09

$66

04/10

$67

Today

$67

04/12

$66

04/13

$67

04/14

$66

04/15

$66

04/16

$67

The cheapest trip from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo was searched and found on Apr 9, 2026 with a price of $66

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 from $66 to $111 for a ferry ticket from Buenos Aires, AR to Montevideo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-04-12.

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.