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Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento Ferry

There are around 8 daily and 55 weekly sailings from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento. 2 operators sail this route Buquebus & Colonia Express. Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferries cost between $89.33 and $406.93, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

The earliest Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferry sailings typically depart Buenos Aires at around 06:30. The last ferry usually departs at 20:50.

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

The average duration of a Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferry is around 1h 14m. The fastest sailings are approximately 15m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 8 daily sailings and up to 55 weekly ferry sailings from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento. These sailings are provided by Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferry prices typically range between $89.33* and $406.93*. The average price is typically $243.98*. The cheapest Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferry prices start from $67.95*. The average price for a foot passenger is $243.98*.

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

What is the distance from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

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

Can I travel on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento with a car?

Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento.

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento with Buquebus & Colonia Express. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

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

Pets are welcome on board Buenos Aires Colonia del Sacramento ferries 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.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Argentina to Uruguay page.

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Buenos Aires - Colonia del Sacramento Route summary
Departure Country	Argentina
Destination Country	Uruguay
No. of Operators	2
Operators	Buquebus & Colonia Express
Average Price	A$245*
Average Daily Sailings	8
Average Weekly Sailings	55
Average Sailing Duration	1h 14m
Fastest Sailing Duration	15m
First Ferry	06:30
Last Ferry	20:50
Distance	31 nautical miles

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

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

The typical crossing time for ferries from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento is approximately 1h 15m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

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

The average price of a ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento is approximately 166 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento is operated by 2 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are

Buquebus
Colonia Express

How can I book ferry tickets from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Ferries from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento with

Buquebus
Colonia Express

Can you take your car on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento with

Colonia Express

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento?

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry

Buquebus
Colonia Express

How far is Colonia del Sacramento from Buenos Aires?

The distance between Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento is approximately 31 nautical miles.

Buenos Aires Guide

Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is located on the western shores of the mammoth River Plate estuary. There are daily sailings from the country’s largest city to the Uruguayan cities of Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento. Both Buquebus and Colonia Express operate on these routes.

Things to do in Buenos Aires?

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. Whether you want to try your hand at tango dancing, want to sample the delicious local cuisine, want to go market hopping or fancy a stroll through the spectacular Cementerio de la Recoleta, the city is bursting with culture, tradition and there really is something for everyone to enjoy.

What transport is on offer?

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.

What about the ferry services?

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. The sailing time to Colonia del Sacramento is one hour and fifteen minutes, while the Montevideo route varies from between two hours fifteen to four hours fifty.