Transportation & Infrastructure Guide
Public transit, airports, and getting around in Uruguay
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
5.8/10Good bus networks in Montevideo and urban areas with government investments in expansion, modernization, and tech like mobile ticketing. No metro or high-speed rail; limited trains with priority projects planned. Integration improving but coverage limited outside cities.[2][4][5]
Road Infrastructure
6.7/10Adequate national road network with modern highways like expanded Ruta 5 (smooth IRI rating, enhanced safety). Urban roads good in Montevideo; rural areas have potholes, rough surfaces. IDB-funded rehabilitation of Route 8 and 200+ km highways ongoing.[1][3][6]
Internet Speed
6.2/10Moderate broadband speeds averaging 120 Mbps, with fiber expanding in urban areas like Montevideo. Reliable service nationwide but rural-urban gap persists. Strong mobile internet supports connectivity.
Avg: 120+ Mbps • Good urban coverage (Montevideo 70%+), expanding to suburbs; limited rural fiber
Airport Connectivity
7.2/1070 airports total, 6 major (large/medium) provide solid domestic coverage and regional international links via Montevideo's modern Carrasco hub. Good accessibility, tax-free operations attract carriers; no global mega-hub.[3]
Hubs: Montevideo Carrasco (MVD)
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- N/A (no metro); bus monthly ~UYU 2000-3000 Montevideo
- Bus Trip
- N/A; ~UYU 50-60 single ride Montevideo
- Taxi
- N/A; ~UYU 100 start + UYU 50/km
- High-speed Train
- N/A (no high-speed); intercity bus/train UYU 500-2000 Montevideo-Paysandú
Mobile Network
Reliable networks with good speeds; Antel state-owned ensures wide reach, high reliability even in interior regions.
Driving License
Foreign licenses valid 90 days with IDP (required for non-Mercosur). Right-hand driving. Long-term residents (>90 days) must convert to Uruguayan license via exam/equivalency process.
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