How to Travel from
El Calafate to Rio Grande
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from El Calafate to Rio Grande
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Cheapest
By car (5 632 km)
2 d 21 h 3 min
5632 km.
from $309
Other
Bus via Buenos Aires
2 d 12 h 44 min
2626 km.
from $362.48
Bus, Plane (Fly to Salgado Filho International Airport)
13 h 4 min
2625 km.
from $356.90
Bus, Plane (Fly to Capitán De Corbeta Carlos A. Curbelo International Airport)
16 h 15 min
2625 km.
from $343.88
Bus, Plane (Fly to Carrasco International Airport)
17 h 7 min
2625 km.
from $405.62
Bus
2 d 22 h 37 min
2624 km.
from $469.09
Transport providers
Bus operators
Marga Taqsa
Bus from El Terminal de Omnibus El Calafate to Caleta
Ave. Duration:
14h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$174.59
Bus from El Calafate to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13
Viatac
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
36h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$217.39
Andesmar
Bus from Caleta Olivia to Parada
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$98.33–$163.04
Flecha Bus
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1 to Estação
Ave. Duration:
22h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$86.96–$141.30
Tramat
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
39h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$141.30–$206.52
EGA
Phone:
+598 2 402 5164
Website:
ega.com.uy/
Bus from Terminal Tres Cruces to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$97.83
Bus from Terminal Punta del Este to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$92.39
COT
Bus from Aeropuerto Internacional de Carrasco to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.78
Copsa
Bus from Aeropuerto Internacional de Carrasco to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.61–$9.78
Colonia Express
Bus from Puerto de Buenos Aires to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$76.09
Turismar - Bruno SRL
Bus from Aeropuerto Internacional de Carrasco to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.15–$11.96
Expresso Embaixador
Bus from Rodoviária de Porto Alegre to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$18.46
Expresso Frederes
Bus from Rodoviária de Porto Alegre to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Airlines
Aerolíneas Argentinas
Website:
aerolineas.com.ar/
Plane from El Calafate to Salgado
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83
Plane from El Calafate to Capitán
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$706.52
Plane from El Calafate to Carrasco
Ave. Duration:
6h 54m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$1,086.96
LATAM Chile
Website:
latam.com/
Plane from El Calafate to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
22h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Azul
Plane from El Calafate to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from El Calafate to Salgado
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$869.57
Gol Transportes Aéreos
Website:
voegol.com.br/
Plane from El Calafate to Pelotas
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Plane from El Calafate to Salgado
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
The cheapest way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande is to fly and bus which costs $206.52 - $500 and takes 16h 15m.
What is the fastest way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
The fastest way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande is to fly and bus which takes 13h 4m and costs $173.91 - $543.48 .
Is there a direct bus between El Calafate and Rio Grande?
No, there is no direct bus from El Calafate to Rio Grande. However, there are services departing from El Calafate and arriving at Rio Grande via Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos, Terminal de Ómnibus Córdoba T1, Rodoviária de Porto Alegre and Pelotas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.
How far is it from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
The distance between El Calafate and Rio Grande is 2718 km. The road distance is 3766.4 km.
How do I travel from El Calafate to Rio Grande without a car?
The best way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande without a car is to bus via Buenos Aires which takes 2 days 12h and costs $271.74 - $532.61 .
How long does it take to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
It takes approximately 19h 28m to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande, including transfers.
Where do I catch the El Calafate to Rio Grande bus from?
El Calafate to Rio Grande bus services, operated by Marga Taqsa, depart from El Calafate station.
Bus or fly from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
The best way to get from El Calafate to Rio Grande is to fly which takes 19h 28m and costs $163.04 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Buenos Aires, which costs $271.74 - $532.61 and takes 2 days 12h.
Where does the El Calafate to Rio Grande bus arrive?
El Calafate to Rio Grande bus services, operated by Marga Taqsa, arrive at Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos station.
Can I drive from El Calafate to Rio Grande?
Yes, the driving distance between El Calafate to Rio Grande is 3766 km. It takes approximately 45h 36m to drive from El Calafate to Rio Grande.
Where can I stay near Rio Grande?
There are 80+ hotels available in Rio Grande. Prices start at $17.07 per night.
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