Day trip from Montevideo to Maldonado
Maldonado lies 113 km (70 mi) east of Montevideo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 113 km (70 mi) apart, Maldonado is a realistic day trip from Montevideo: about 1 h 50 min each way by road.
| Montevideo | Maldonado | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uruguay | Uruguay |
| Population | 1.3 million | 102,000 |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Montevideo) | UTC-3 (America/Montevideo) |
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Common questions
How far is Maldonado from Montevideo?
113 km (70 mi) in a straight line, east of Montevideo; by road roughly 138 km (86 mi).
How long does it take to get from Montevideo to Maldonado by road?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Montevideo and Maldonado?
No, both are on America/Montevideo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.