Colonia del Sacramento – Buenos Aires

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Colonia del Sacramento – Buenos Aires

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Ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires

There are usually 8 daily and 54 weekly sailings between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires. 2 operators sail this route Buquebus & Colonia Express and runs throughout the year. Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferries cost between 50.07 € and 223.18 €, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferries.

Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires Ferry Times

The earliest Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry sailings typically depart Colonia del Sacramento at around 08:16. The last ferry usually departs at 20:46.

How long is the ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires?

Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 18m. The fastest sailings are approximately 45m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 8 daily sailings and up to 54 weekly ferry sailings from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires. These sailings are provided by Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires Ferry Prices

Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry prices typically range between 50.07 €* and 223.18 €*. The average price is typically 103.08 €*. The cheapest Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry prices start from 42.82 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 103.08 €*. The average price for a car is 163.01 €*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

How far is it from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires?

The distance between Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is approximately 36.3 miles (58.4km) or 31.5 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry?

Yes, Colonia Express allow cars on board ferries between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Buquebus & Colonia Express between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires with Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires Route summary
Departure Country Uruguay
Destination Country Argentina
No. of Operators 2
Operators Buquebus & Colonia Express
Average Price 103 €*
Average Daily Sailings 8
Average Weekly Sailings 54
Average Sailing Duration 1h 18m
Fastest Sailing Duration 45m
First Ferry 08:16
Last Ferry 20:46
Distance 31 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Colonia del Sacramento Guide

Colonia del Sacramento Ferry Port

In the south-western of Uruguay, on the tip of a peninsula that points to the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires on the opposite bank of the River Plate, is the small city of Colonia del Sacramento. It’s a settlement with a rich and varied history. Founded in the 17th Century by Portuguese colonists, Colonia del Sacramento can boast to be one of the oldest cities in the entire country with the curving lanes of the historic quarter clashing brilliantly with the downtown grid of modern streets. The port in Colonia del Sacramento is found on the southern coast of the city, just to one side of Honda beach. Here two wide concrete piers stretch into the great River Plate to form an artificial oblong bay. The ferry terminal is a large, modern facility that sits between the piers, inside which can be found toilets, an ATM, a shop selling souvenirs and an open-plan waiting room. Travelling to and from the port is easy due to Colonia del Sacramento’s prime location in the densely populated south-western region of Uruguay. The Route 1 highway, found just a few minutes from the entrance to the port, covers over a hundred miles of the coast enroute to the capital of Montevideo. The bus terminal by the harbour is ideal for those looking to travel more locally, with routes heading into the city centre and along the beach-lined promenades. Currently two operators offer passenger services from the port. Both Buquebus and Colonia Express ferries sail the short journey west across the expanse of the River Plate, crossing the border into Argentina to Buenos Aries a number of times each day.


Buenos Aires Guide

Buenos Aires Ferry Port

The city of Buenos Aires, located on the western shores of the vast River Plate estuary, is the largest city and capital of Argentina. 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. The ferry port of Buenos Aires is found to the north of the main collection of piers and shipping yards found in the Retiro borough of the city. The terminal here is set along the grass-lined banks of the Lujan river that flows into the larger River Plate, just to one side of a large man-made marina. A waiting area can be found inside the building and a limited number of car-parking spaces are available along the road into the harbour . 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. 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. Colonia Express also sails to the port-town of Carmelo a number of times per day.


Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 12/05/2025 and 18/05/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Colonia Express 08:30 09:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Buquebus 10:16 11:31 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 10:30 11:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 16:30 17:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Buquebus 17:01 18:16 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 18:00 19:15 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Colonia Express 20:30 21:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Buquebus 20:31 21:46 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday

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