Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buenos Aires from Rio de Janeiro?

The distance from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is 1222.7 miles (1967.8 km) as the crow flies. Rio de Janeiro is located NE of Buenos Aires. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1630.6 miles, taking about 33h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 58min. Buenos Aires is in Argentina, while Rio de Janeiro is in Brazil.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.