How to travel from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn, Argentina

The distance between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn is around 1,102km (685 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Puerto MadrynBuenos Aires if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
1
plane
+

Fly

Fly from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) to El Tehuelche (PMY).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ARS 19,865($155)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

2 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

2
bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Puerto Madryn.

  • Duration16h 45m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ARS 9,040($71)
Operated by

Via Bariloche

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

3
car
+

Drive

Drive to Puerto Madryn.

  • Duration14h 10m
  • Distance1,301km (809 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn

There are several options for getting from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 4,585 ($36) and will take around 18h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 19,865 ($155).

The distance between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn is around 1,102km (685 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 853km (530 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ARS 19,865 ($155).

The cheapest way to travel between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 4,585 ($36) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. We recommend that you fly from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) to El Tehuelche (PMY). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. It typically takes around 16h 45m and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 18h 55m.

Via Bariloche, Condor Estrella, Andesmar, Fredes Turismo SRL, Empresa Ceferino, Plusmar, Don Otto and Tramat run regular bus services between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 16h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. Flights depart from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and arrive at El Tehuelche (PMY). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

Aerolíneas Argentinas fly between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. Flights depart from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and and arrive into El Tehuelche (PMY). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and and arrive into El Tehuelche (PMY).

The closest major airport to Puerto Madryn is Posadas Airport (PSS) (PSS) which is approximately 86km (53 miles) from Puerto Madryn. Formosa International Airport (FMA) (FMA) and Camba Punta Airport (CNQ) (CNQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn. The distance is around 1,301km (809 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around ARS 19,865 ($155).

How do I get from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn

Compare travel optionsbetween Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn

Transport options from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 35m
ARS 19,865($155)
every 10 mins1,102km (685 miles)
Plane and Bus3h 30m
ARS 9,805($77)
hourly1,213km (754 miles)
Fly to Trelew (REL), Bus3h 35m
ARS 28,905($225)
every 3 hours1,200km (746 miles)
Bus + 3 similar
16h 45m
ARS 9,040($71)
4 times a week1,306km (812 miles)
Bus via Viedma18h 20m
ARS 11,845($95)
twice daily1,383km (860 miles)
Bus to Puerto Madryn18h 55m
ARS 4,585($36)
once daily1,359km (844 miles)
Bus to Puerto Madryn19h 5m
ARS 14,135($110)
once daily1,450km (901 miles)
Drive
14h 10m
ARS 17,955($140)
on demand1,301km (809 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Buenos Aires and Puerto Madryn

Bus companies

Airlines

Airports near Puerto Madryn

The following major airports near Puerto Madryn offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Argentina and internationally.

PSS
Posadas Airport (PSS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
86km (53 miles) from Puerto Madryn
FMA
Formosa International Airport (FMA)
International Airport
Distance
341km (212 miles) from Puerto Madryn
CNQ
Camba Punta Airport (CNQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
361km (224 miles) from Puerto Madryn