10 Cities Near Buenos Aires + Drive Times
The 10 closest cities to Buenos Aires, Argentina, ranked by distance — with drive time, flight time and day-trip vs weekend-getaway picks, including La Plata, Luján, Quilmes.
The closest notable city to Buenos Aires, Argentina is La Plata, about 32 mi (52 km) away — roughly 58 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La PlataPlanned city and grand cathedral | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| LujánBasilica and pilgrimage town | 42 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| QuilmesRiverside brewing town | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| José C. Paz | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Campana | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mercedes | 60 mi / 96 km | 1 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chivilcoy | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Gualeguaychú | 111 mi / 179 km | 2 hr 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Las Piedras | 123 mi / 198 km | 2 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Pergamino | 135 mi / 217 km | 3 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Buenos Aires
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: La Plata, Luján, Quilmes, José C. Paz, Campana. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Buenos Aires
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Gualeguaychú, Las Piedras, Pergamino. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
What cities are near Buenos Aires?
Notable cities near Buenos Aires include La Plata, Luján, Quilmes, José C. Paz, Campana. The closest is La Plata, about 32 miles (52 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.
What day trips can I take from Buenos Aires?
Good day trips from Buenos Aires (roughly under 100 miles) include La Plata, Luján, Quilmes, José C. Paz — close enough to visit and return in a day.
Which nearby cities are best for a weekend getaway from Buenos Aires?
For an overnight or weekend trip from Buenos Aires, consider Gualeguaychú, Las Piedras, Pergamino — far enough to feel like a change of scene but still an easy hop.
How do I get from Buenos Aires to nearby cities?
Most nearby cities are reachable by car, train or bus; for the longer hops a regional flight can be quicker. Tap any city in the table for its full distance, drive-time and flight-time breakdown, or use our distance and flight calculators for a specific route.