How to get to Santa Fe, Argentina

Santa Fe is a city in Argentina (postal code 3000) located approximately 475 km northwest of Buenos Aires. There are several ways to reach Santa Fe from different parts of the country and abroad.

By Plane ✈️

The nearest airport is Sauce Viejo Airport (SFN), located about 17 km from the city center. This airport operates domestic flights, mainly from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque Jorge Newbery - AEP). From the airport, you can reach the city center by taxi or ride-share services.

Another option is Paraná Airport (General Justo José de Urquiza - PRA), approximately 30 km from Santa Fe, with domestic flights from Buenos Aires as well.

A third alternative is Rosario – Islas Malvinas International Airport (ROS), which offers both domestic and some international flights. Rosario is about 160 km from Santa Fe, and you can reach the city by bus (approximately 2.5 hours) or car.

For international travelers, the most common route is to fly to Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) in Buenos Aires and then take a connecting flight from Aeroparque (AEP) to Sauce Viejo (SFN) or travel by bus or some private or shared transfer to Santa Fe:  there are private or shared transfer services available from Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), Aeroparque (AEP), and Rosario Airport (ROS) to Santa Fe. Some recommended companies include:

• Tienda León Buenos Aires: Offers buses and private transfers between airports in Buenos Aires.

• Tienda León Santa Fe: Offers buses and private transfers from Buenos Aires to Santa Fe.

• Transfers.com: Provides private transfer options from various airports to Santa Fe.

These options can be convenient for travelers who prefer a direct and comfortable journey.

By Bus 🚌

Santa Fe has a central bus terminal (Terminal de Ómnibus de Santa Fe) with frequent long-distance bus connections from major Argentine cities.

• From Buenos Aires: Several companies operate direct services from Retiro Bus Terminal (Buenos Aires) to Santa Fe. The journey takes approximately 6 hours.

• From Córdoba: Buses from Córdoba to Santa Fe take around 5 hours.

• From Rosario: The trip from Rosario to Santa Fe is about 2 hours by bus.

By Car 🚗

Santa Fe is accessible by major highways:

• From Buenos Aires: Take National Route 9 to Rosario, then continue on National Route 11 to Santa Fe (~5.5 hours).

• From Córdoba: Take National Route 19 (~4.5 hours).

• From Rosario: Follow National Route 11 (~2 hours).