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 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael | Terminal de Retiro | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael | Terminal de Retiro | Fastest | ||||
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Get from San Rafael to Buenos Aires
The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 998, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Rafael and Buenos Aires?
Stops in San Rafael
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus de San Rafael
Cnel. Suárez 171, 5600 San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina - B
Terminal La Guevarina S.A. - San Rafael
Av. Hipólito Yrigoyen, Mendoza, Argentina
Stops in Buenos Aires
- ATerminal de Ómnibus de Buenos Aires, Av. Antártida y Calle 10. Argentina, Calle 10 &, CABA, Argentina
- BAeroparque Jorge Newbery
- CAv. Hipólito Yrigoyen 4600, B1824ABO Lanús Oeste, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
- DL. Caputo, Remedios de Escalada, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- E
Terminal Puente La Noria
Corrientes 434, B1832ELJ Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires, Argentina - F
Parada de Autobus Valentin Alsina
Itapiru 831, B1822DIN Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Rafael, Mendoza, AR to Buenos Aires, AR by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Rafael to Buenos Aires start at R 998. The average price for this route is around R 1 168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
The average bus journey time from San Rafael to Buenos Aires is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 912 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by CATA Internacional.
Which bus companies service the San Rafael to Buenos Aires route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from CATA Internacional, Chevallier, Andesmar, La Union SRL.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
The earliest bus departs from San Rafael to Buenos Aires at 17:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
A bus trip from San Rafael to Buenos Aires produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is La Union SRL, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company La Union SRL has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is La Union SRL, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Rafael to Buenos Aires?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Union SRL, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Rafael, Mendoza, AR to Buenos Aires, AR was searched and found on 04 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 048To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Rafael, Mendoza, AR to Buenos Aires, AR as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 048 to R 1 478 for a bus ticket from San Rafael, Mendoza, AR to Buenos Aires, AR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 048, which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually Chevallier, Andesmar will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
