What is the cheapest way to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este?

The cheapest way to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este is to bus which costs $10 - $14 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este?

The fastest way to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Montevideo and Punta del Este?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Tres Cruces and arriving at Terminal Punta del Este. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Montevideo to Punta del Este?

The distance between Montevideo and Punta del Este is 134 km. The road distance is 131.7 km.

How do I travel from Montevideo to Punta del Este without a car?

The best way to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $10 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este?

The bus from Terminal Tres Cruces to Terminal Punta del Este takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Montevideo to Punta del Este bus from?

Montevideo to Punta del Este bus services, operated by COT, depart from Terminal Tres Cruces station.

Where does the Montevideo to Punta del Este bus arrive?

Montevideo to Punta del Este bus services, operated by COT, arrive at Terminal Punta del Este station.

Can I drive from Montevideo to Punta del Este?

Yes, the driving distance between Montevideo to Punta del Este is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Montevideo to Punta del Este.

Where can I stay near Punta del Este?

There are 1360+ hotels available in Punta del Este.

Montevideo to Punta del Este - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 701 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Montevideo to Punta del Este by bus or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tres Cruces to Terminal Punta del Estebus Montevideo
2h 15m
$10–14
Drive 131.7 km
1. Drive from Montevideo to Punta del Estecar 131.7 km
1h 58m
$23–33
Line 701 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Yaguaron to Aerop. Nuevobus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aeropuerto Internacional de Carrasco to Terminal Punta del Estebus Montevideo
3h 43m
$12–15

Montevideo to Punta del Este by bus

400Weekly Buses

2h 15mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.8 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Montevideo, Uruguay and Punta del Este, Uruguay?

COT operates a bus from Terminal Tres Cruces to Terminal Punta del Este hourly. Tickets cost $10–12 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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