Argentina Getting Around
Getting Around by Air
Getting Around by Rail
Several rail companies operate in Argentina, including Ferrobaires (tel: (011) 4304 0028; website: www.ferrobaires.gba.gov.ar), serving destinations such as Mar del Plata and Bahia Blanca. Trenes del Litoral (tel: (011) 4554 8018; website: www.trenesdellitoral.com.ar) operates between Buenos Aires and Posadas, linking many little towns in the provinces of Entre Rios and Corrientes. Though notoriously unreliable in terms of scheduling, El Tren a las Nubes (the Train to the Clouds) is running once again from Salta into the mountains in the north of the country, close to the Chilean border.
Getting Around by Road
Car hire: Visitors aged 21 or over may hire a car in Argentina. Car hire is available in most towns and cities, and many international companies operate out of Buenos Aires and main tourist destinations.
Regulations: The maximum speed limit on motorways is 130kph (80mph), 80kph (50mph) on one-lane roads, while the speed limit in built-up areas varies (40-60kph/25-37mph). The wearing of seat belts is compulsory.
Emergency breakdown service: The Automóvil Club Argentino - ACA (tel: 0800 777 2894 in Argentina; website: www.aca.org.ar) offers breakdown cover and reciprocal benefits for members of motoring organisations in other countries.
Documentation: Although in theory an international driver's licence is required, in practice your driving licence from home is all that is needed, but must be carried with you while driving. Proof of vehicle ownership, proof of insurance and receipt for last tax payment must also be carried at all times whilst driving.
Getting Around Towns and Cities
Trains and trolleybuses operate in Argentina's second city, Rosario.
Colectivos (local buses) operate on main thoroughfares in all large towns and cities. Taxis are readily available and can be hailed from the side of the road but make sure the meter is used. It is advisable to used recommended remises - which can only be booked by telephone and have fixed prices. Passengers should enquire beforehand.
Journey Times
| Air | Road | Rail | |
| Córdoba | 1.10 | 9.00 | 12.00 |
| Bariloche | 2.10 | 22.00 | 36.00 |
| Iguazú | 1.40 | 20.00 | - |
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