Getting around Argentina
Americas
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
No (1-2 stopovers)
Duration
14-18h with 1 stopover
Indicative round-trip price
600-1200 EUR round trip
Book
3-5 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
Very comfortable "cama" and "semi-cama" long-distance buses. Buenos Aires-Mendoza ~14h, 25-45 EUR. Meals included.
Train
Limited network. Patagonian Train (Tren Patagonico) Viedma-Bariloche for the experience.
Taxi
Black-and-yellow metered taxis in Buenos Aires. Remises (chauffeur-driven hire cars) are very common.
Metro
Buenos Aires Subte — 6 lines, cheap and efficient for the city center.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires | Mendoza | Plane | 2h | 40-90 EUR |
| Buenos Aires | Iguazu | Plane | 2h | 50-100 EUR |
| Buenos Aires | Bariloche | Plane | 2h15 | 50-120 EUR |
| El Calafate | El Chalten | Bus | 3h | 10-18 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
Uncommon
Car
25-50 EUR / day
French license + certified sworn translation
International permit : Required or strongly recommended
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Counterfeit banknotes in change
Some drivers discreetly swap a real note for a fake one.
Tip :Pay in small denominations and check your change.
Practical tips
- Distances in Argentina are huge — fly for long trips.
- The cama bus with meals and wine is an institution — try it at least once.
- For Patagonia, renting a car is the best option.
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