How to travel from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata, Argentina

The distance between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata is around 1,053km (654 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata 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 Mar del PlataPuerto Madryn if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from El Tehuelche (PMY) to Mar del Plata (MDQ).

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ARS 26,615($210)
Operated by

Aerolíneas Argentinas

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Tres Arroyos and then to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration15h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ARS 3,565($28)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Mar del Plata.

  • Duration13h 30m
  • Distance1,194km (742 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata

There are several options for getting from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ARS 2,545 ($20) and will take around 17h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ARS 26,615 ($210).

The distance between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata is around 1,053km (654 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,191km (740 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ARS 26,615 ($210).

The cheapest way to travel between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ARS 2,545 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata. We recommend that you fly from El Tehuelche (PMY) to Mar del Plata (MDQ). instead which will take 3h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata. It typically takes around 15h 55m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 17h 5m.

Condor Estrella, Via Bariloche and Don Otto run regular bus services between Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata. Buses run once daily and take around 15h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata. Flights depart from El Tehuelche (PMY) and arrive at Mar del Plata (MDQ) - via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). The flight takes around 2h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata. There is however a flight that goes via Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from El Tehuelche (PMY) 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 Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata. The distance is around 1,194km (742 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ARS 26,615 ($210).

How do I get from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata

Compare travel optionsbetween Puerto Madryn and Mar del Plata

Transport options from Puerto Madryn to Mar del Plata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 10m
ARS 26,615($210)
on demand1,481km (920 miles)
Bus and Plane3h 35m
ARS 20,375($160)
hourly1,053km (654 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
15h 55m
ARS 3,565($28)
once daily1,150km (714 miles)
Bus to Mar del Plata17h 5m
ARS 2,545($20)
every 20 mins1,216km (756 miles)
Drive
13h 30m
ARS 16,425($130)
on demand1,194km (742 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