Trenes Argentinos Launches Advance Ticket Sales to Mar del Plata for Summer 2023

Trenes Argentinos Offers Advance Ticket Sales to Mar del Plata

Summer brings many tourists to Mar del Plata, a popular beach destination in Argentina. To make travel easier, Trenes Argentinos has opened the sale of long-distance tickets for December to March, including Carnival holidays. In just one day, over 90,000 tickets were sold, highlighting the demand for train travel.

Ticket Prices and Availability

The ticket prices from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata attract many travelers. First-class tickets cost 35,000 pesos, while pullman class tickets are 42,000 pesos each way. A total of 239,000 tickets are available for the summer season, providing a convenient travel option.

Train Schedule

Starting December 16, trains to Mar del Plata will run three times daily from the Constitución station on weekdays. The daily schedule is as follows:

• Departures from Constitución:

  • 6:08 AM (with stops at all intermediate stations, connecting to Divisadero de Pinamar in General Guido)
  • 11:57 AM (direct)
  • 5:10 PM (direct)
• Return Trips from Mar del Plata:
  • 1:20 PM (direct)
  • 2:12 PM (with intermediate stops)
  • 4:37 PM (direct)

On Saturdays, trains leave at 6:00 AM, 12:29 PM, and 5:12 PM, while return trains depart at 1:20 PM, 2:50 PM, and 4:40 PM. Sunday and holiday departures from Buenos Aires are scheduled for 6:05 AM, 12:18 PM, and 5:23 PM, returning at 1:25 PM, 2:28 PM, and 4:19 PM. An additional service will operate on Fridays at 2:15 PM, returning on Sundays at 11:44 PM.

Purchasing Tickets

Trenes Argentinos offers various ways to buy tickets. The official website is the most popular, allowing secure purchases and a 10% discount for online transactions. This channel accounts for 85% of recent sales. Tickets can also be bought in person at the following key stations:

• Constitución (Roca train line)
• Retiro (Mitre and San Martín lines)
• Once (Sarmiento line)

Additionally, over 50 sales points nationwide are available, where each person can buy up to 8 tickets at a time.

Discounts for Specific Groups

Trenes Argentinos provides special discounts:

• Senior Citizens: A 40% discount on tickets with required documentation.
• People with Disabilities: Free travel for individuals with a disability certificate and one accompanying person.
• Children: Free for children under 3 who do not occupy a seat, and 50% off for children aged 3 to 12.

These initiatives aim to make train travel accessible and promote inclusive tourism. Trenes Argentinos offers competitive pricing, various schedules, and significant discounts, making train travel an ideal choice for this summer season in Mar del Plata.