Merlo to Mar del Plata by bus
Mar del Plata lies 385 km (239 mi) south of Merlo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 10 min including stops, over roughly 470 km (292 mi) of road.
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| Merlo | Mar del Plata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Population | 268,961 | 593,337 |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires) |
| Postal codes | 1722–5881 | 7600 |
Where to book buses from Merlo to Mar del Plata
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Staying in Mar del Plata
Our booking partner lists 3,012+ places to stay in Mar del Plata (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 620 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (344), and 5 are five-star. Across 116 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 62,855 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mar del Plata from Merlo?
385 km (239 mi) in a straight line, south of Merlo; by road roughly 470 km (292 mi).
How long does it take to get from Merlo to Mar del Plata by bus?
About 7 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Merlo and Mar del Plata?
No, both are on America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mar del Plata?
Our booking partner lists 3,012+ places to stay in Mar del Plata, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.