Depending on the season their are usually 8 daily and 55 weekly sailings between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires. 2 ferry operators provide ferries from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires, Buquebus & Colonia Express. Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry typically departs Colonia del Sacramento at about 08:30. The average sailing time of a ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is approximately 1h 15m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 45m.
Ferry prices for a ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires typically range between $89* and $469*. On average the Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry is $259*. The cheapest Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry prices start from $68*. The average price for a foot passenger is $259*.
Ferry prices may differ by season and depend on various factors, such as number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.
The distance between Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires is approximately 36.3 miles (58.4km), or 31.5 nautical miles.
No, currently there is no car ferry from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires.
Yes, Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferries allow foot passengers. You can travel as a foot passenger from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires with Buquebus, Colonia Express.
| Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Uruguay | |
| Destination Country | Argentina | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Buquebus & Colonia Express | |
| Average Price | A$255* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 8 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 55 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 15m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 45m | |
| First Ferry | 08:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:55 | |
| Distance | 31 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-04-02.
In south west Uruguay is the small city of Colonia del Sacramento. The small settlement lies on the tip of a peninsula that points to the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires on the opposite bank of the River Plate. There are daily services to the Argentinian capital operated by both Buquebus and Colonia Express
What is there to do in the town?
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 and Old Town Walls of the historic quarter clashing brilliantly with the downtown grid of modern streets. There is a plethora of fantastic architecture to sample, from the rustic Church Maritz to the abandoned Plaza de Toros Real de San Carlos bull ring. The area also contains plenty of wineries for visitors to tour and taste the local tipple.
What transport links are available?
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 en route 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.
What services run from the port?
There are currently two operators offering services to one destination, Buenos Aires. Buquebus offer four daily sailings, taking one hour fifteen, while Colonia Express run three crossings. There are also four weekly sailings by Buquebus that take just over three hours to reach the Argentinian capital.
Timetables between 22/4/2024 and 28/4/2024
| 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 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 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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