All Direct Transfer Routes From Carrasco International Airport (General Cesáreo L. Berisso) (MVD)
MVD
25 min
Carrasco International Airport (MVD) is 19 km east of central Montevideo. Frequent intercity coaches (COPSA and COT) depart outside the terminal every 10-15 minutes directly to Tres Cruces Bus Terminal and Plaza Independencia in 40-50 minutes for 110 - 130 UYU (~$3.00 USD). For direct hotel delivery, Uber costs 600 - 900 UYU (~$15 - $22 USD), while an official pre-paid remise taxi costs 1,600 - 2,000 UYU (~$40 - $50 USD) in 25-35 minutes.
Terminals & Station Layout
MVD operates under a single sweeping metallic curved roof. Arrivals is on the ground level, with rental cars, remis taxi counters, and local bus stops situated along the pedestrian boulevard.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Uruguay is one of the safest countries in the Americas. Official taxis and remise services have transparent fixed tariffs posted at indoor counters. Local buses (COPSA, COT) stop right outside departures.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
Uber operates reliably across Montevideo. Official remise drivers and taxis are available 24/7 at the indoor arrival kiosks.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
Prefer a Driver Waiting at Montevideo (MVD) Arrivals?
Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.
ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Uber / Cabify & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Cabify pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.