TRAVEL INFO
Air
Travel by air is the most convenient way to reach Bariloche, especially if travelling internationally. Most people reach Bariloche by air through Buenos Aires, Argentina or Santiago, Chile. Bariloche airport is located about 15km from town centre.
From Buenos Aires:
Bariloche is about 1650km SW of Buenos Aires, and takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes to fly non-stop. Aerolineas Argentina and LAN Argentina fly daily from Buenos Aires to Bariloche. When traveling through Buenos Aires it is important to remember that the Domestic and International Airports lie about 1-2 hours apart so you need to make sure to leave enough time between flights to travel from Ezeiza airport (International) to Aeroparque airport (Domestic).
From Santiago, Chile:
Bariloche is about 1070km from Santiago, Chile, and takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes to fly non-stop. There are direct flights on LAN Chile between Santiago and Bariloche, but the schedule varies depending on the season.
Car
Travel to Bariloche by car is very scenic, but often very long. Road conditions may vary, and it is worthwhile to ask about road conditions before setting out over mountain passes.
From Buenos Aires, Bariloche is about 1571km away and takes about 18 hours and 15 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Santiago Chile, Bariloche is about a 1540km away and takes about 18 hours and 45 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Osorno Chile, Bariloche is about 513km away and takes about 8 hours and 40 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Trelew, Chubut, Argentina, Bariloche is about 862km and takes about 9 hours and 50 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
You can find directions to Bariloche from other locations by clicking here.
Day Trips
While staying in Bariloche you may want to travel on a day trip or have an over night somewhere. These are some great choices.
From Bariloche, Villa La Angostura is about 89km and takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Bariloche, El Bolson is about 121km and takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Bariloche, Esquel is 283km away and takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
From Bariloche, San Martin de Los Andes is about 263km and takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to drive. For exact directions and google map click here.
Public Transportation
Bariloche's public bus system is cheap and efficient. Buses run regularly around town and to the surrounding areas, including The Cerro Catedral Ski Field.
Taxis are inexpensive in Bariloche, and they are a good way to get around town, or to the airport.
Renting a car is a good option for those wanting to travel into the surrounding areas, and there are many rental car companies to choose from. If you plan on travelling into Chile make sure to ask your rental company about their policies for leaving Argentina. Below is a list of some rental car companies in Bariloche.