How to travel from Mendoza to Mar del Plata, Argentina

The distance between Mendoza and Mar del Plata is around 1,182km (735 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mendoza to Mar del Plata by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Mar del PlataMendoza if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Mendoza (MDZ) to Mar del Plata (MDQ).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ARS 39,475($310)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

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Bus

Take the bus to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration19h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 14,010($110)
Operated by

Andesmar

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Bus and Train

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

  • Duration19h 25m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ARS 4,455($35)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration14h 40m
  • Distance1,334km (829 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mendoza and Mar del Plata

There are several options for getting from Mendoza to Mar del Plata by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ARS 4,455 ($35) and will take around 19h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 39,475 ($310).

The distance between Mendoza and Mar del Plata is around 1,182km (735 miles).

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Mendoza and Mar del Plata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mendoza to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ARS 39,475 ($310).

The cheapest way to travel between Mendoza and Mar del Plata, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ARS 4,455 ($35) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mendoza and Mar del Plata. We recommend that you fly from Mendoza (MDZ) to Mar del Plata (MDQ). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Mendoza and Mar del Plata. It typically takes around 19h 30m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Mendoza and Mar del Plata with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 19h 30m.

Andesmar, 20 De Junio and San Juan Mar del Plata run regular bus services between Mendoza and Mar del Plata. Buses run once daily and take around 19h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mendoza and Mar del Plata. Flights depart from Mendoza (MDZ) and arrive at Mar del Plata (MDQ). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Mendoza and Mar del Plata with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

Aerolíneas Argentinas fly between Mendoza and Mar del Plata. Flights depart from Mendoza (MDZ) and and arrive into Mar del Plata (MDQ). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Mendoza to Mar del Plata typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Mendoza (MDZ) 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

Yes it is possible to drive from Mendoza and Mar del Plata. The distance is around 1,334km (829 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mendoza to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ARS 39,475 ($310).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mendoza and Mar del Plata

Transport options from Mendoza to Mar del Plata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
ARS 39,475($310)
on demand1,182km (735 miles)
Bus
19h 30m
ARS 14,010($110)
once daily1,373km (853 miles)
Bus and Train
19h 25m
ARS 4,455($35)
4 times a week1,464km (909 miles)
Drive
14h 40m
ARS 18,465($145)
on demand1,334km (829 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