Cities Near Mar del Plata
Cities near Mar del Plata, Argentina: 8 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Necochea, Tandil, Azul. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Mar del Plata, Argentina is Necochea, about 75 mi (120 km) away — roughly 1 hr 44 min by road. Below, 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Necochea | 75 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tandil | 98 mi / 158 km | 2 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Azul | 152 mi / 245 km | 3 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Olavarría | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| La Plata | 214 mi / 344 km | 4 hr 40 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Berazategui | 226 mi / 364 km | 4 hr 56 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Montevideo | 227 mi / 365 km | 4 hr 57 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Villa Lugano | 235 mi / 378 km | 5 hr 8 min | 56 min | Short break |
Day trips from Mar del Plata
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Necochea, Tandil. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Mar del Plata
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Azul, Olavarría. 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
Notable cities near Mar del Plata include Necochea, Tandil, Azul, Olavarría, La Plata. The closest is Necochea, about 75 miles (120 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.