Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires
Ferries to Argentina
Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires
Ferries to Argentina
The Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires cost around $79 and $400, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires.
Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry sailings typycally depart from Colonia del Sacramento at around 08:01. The last ferry leaves at 23:30.
The Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry trip can take around 1 hour 15 minutes. The fastest Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires ferry is around 1 hour 10 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 40 weekly sailings from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires serviced by Buquebus & Colonia Express. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Colonia del Sacramento Buenos Aires ferry prices typically range between $79* and $400*. The average price is typically $160*. The cheapest ferries from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires start from $79*. The average price for a foot passenger is $160*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 26.
The distance between Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires is approximately 36 miles (58km) or 32 nautical miles.
Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.
Foot passengers can travel on the Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires ferry with Buquebus & Colonia Express.
Pets can travel on ferries from Colonia del Sacramento to Buenos Aires with Buquebus & Colonia Express. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Uruguay | |
| Destination Country | Argentina | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Buquebus & Colonia Express | |
| Average Price | $160 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 40 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h 10 m | |
| First Ferry | 08:01 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:30 | |
| Distance | 32 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026.
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.
