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

The distance between Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park is around 1,467km (912 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park 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 Iguazu National ParkMar del Plata if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 24,705($195)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Retiro and then to Ciudad del Este.

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

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Constitución Station then take the bus to Ciudad del Este.

  • Duration18h 55m
  • 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 Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park

There are several options for getting from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ARS 2,420 ($19) and will take around 24h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 24,705 ($195).

The distance between Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park 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 25m to get from Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park by plane.

The quickest way to get from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ARS 24,705 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park is to take the train and then take the bus 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 Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park. We recommend that you fly from Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Iguazu (IGR). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Bus travel

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

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

Flecha Bus, Tony Tur, Platabus, El Pulqui, Micromar, Crucero Del Norte and Via Bariloche run regular bus services between Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park. 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 Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park. Flights depart from Mar del Plata (MDQ) and arrive at Iguazu (IGR) - via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). The flight takes around 2h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park. There is however a flight that goes via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Mar del Plata (MDQ) and and arrive into Iguazu (IGR).

The closest major airport to Iguazu National Park is Posadas Airport (PSS) (PSS) which is approximately 255km (159 miles) from Iguazu National Park. 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

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park. We recommend that you fly from Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Iguazu (IGR). instead which will take 3h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ARS 24,705 ($195).

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

Compare travel optionsbetween Mar del Plata and Iguazu National Park

Transport options from Mar del Plata to Iguazu National Park
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
ARS 24,705($195)
on demand1,467km (912 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
17h 35m
ARS 8,405($66)
twice daily1,738km (1,080 miles)
Bus via La Plata24h 60m
ARS 12,225($95)
once daily1,793km (1,114 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
18h 55m
ARS 8,150($64)
twice daily1,732km (1,076 miles)
Train to Constitución Station, Bus24h 20m
ARS 2,420($19)
twice daily1,764km (1,096 miles)

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Airports near Iguazu National Park

The following major airports near Iguazu National Park offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Argentina and internationally.

PSS
Posadas Airport (PSS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
255km (159 miles) from Iguazu National Park
FMA
Formosa International Airport (FMA)
International Airport
Distance
400km (248 miles) from Iguazu National Park
CNQ
Camba Punta Airport (CNQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
488km (303 miles) from Iguazu National Park