How to travel from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata, Argentina

The distance between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata is around 1,467km (912 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata by plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Mar del PlataIguazu National Park if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mar del Plata (MDQ).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 24,705($195)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Buenos Aires - Retiro and then to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration17h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 8,405($66)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Buenos Aires - Retiro then take the train to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration18h 50m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 8,150($64)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata

There are several options for getting from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ARS 2,420 ($19) and will take around 24h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 24,705 ($195).

The distance between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata is around 1,467km (912 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,407km (874 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata by plane.

The quickest way to get from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ARS 24,705 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ARS 2,420 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata. We recommend that you fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mar del Plata (MDQ). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata. It typically takes around 17h 35m and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ciudad del Este and Buenos Aires - Retiro. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 17h 35m.

Crucero Del Norte, Flecha Bus, Tony Tur, El Pulqui, Platabus, Micromar and Via Bariloche run regular bus services between Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata. Buses run on demand and take around 17h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and arrive at Mar del Plata (MDQ) - via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata. There is however a flight that goes via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Iguazu (IGR) and and arrive into Mar del Plata (MDQ).

The closest major airport to Mar del Plata is Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ) (MDQ) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Mar del Plata. Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) (EZE) and Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) (AEP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata. We recommend that you fly from Iguazu (IGR) to Mar del Plata (MDQ). instead which will take 3h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ARS 24,705 ($195).

How do I get from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata

Compare travel optionsbetween Iguazu National Park and Mar del Plata

Transport options from Iguazu National Park to Mar del Plata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 35m
ARS 24,705($195)
on demand1,467km (912 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
17h 35m
ARS 8,405($66)
twice daily1,739km (1,080 miles)
Bus via La Plata24h 60m
ARS 12,225($95)
once daily1,825km (1,134 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
18h 50m
ARS 8,150($64)
twice daily1,732km (1,076 miles)
Bus to Retiro, Train24h 15m
ARS 2,420($19)
twice daily1,762km (1,095 miles)

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Airports near Mar del Plata

The following major airports near Mar del Plata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Argentina and internationally.

MDQ
Astor Piazzolla International Airport (MDQ)
International Airport
Distance
7km (5 miles) from Mar del Plata
EZE
Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE)
International Airport
Distance
365km (227 miles) from Mar del Plata
AEP
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
International Airport
Distance
391km (243 miles) from Mar del Plata