Urban Passenger Transport (Buses)
Frequently Asked Questions about Buses
- Can I take the bus with large suitcases? Not recommended. They are standard urban buses, not designed for luggage. If you are traveling with anything more than a backpack or a small carry-on, space will be a problem and the experience will be very uncomfortable.
- How do I pay for the trip? Only with the SUBE card. Cash or credit cards are not accepted on board. You must purchase and load the card before boarding.
- Where do I buy and load the SUBE card? You can buy it at "Open 25 HS" kiosks inside the airport. Then, you will need to load it with balance, which may require a subway station or specific load points.
- Is it easy to find the stops? No. It's a common complaint. Signage for bus stops around the airport is poor, which can cause confusion.
- Is it safe to use at night? As in any big city, extra precautions are recommended at night. Stops may be poorly lit and with fewer people around.
- How do I signal the bus to stop? Unlike other cities, in Buenos Aires buses do not stop automatically at every stop. You must make a clear arm signal when you see the line you want approaching.
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Critical Points to Keep in Mind
- Not a service for tourists with luggage. This is the most important point. If you are carrying luggage, this option will cause you more problems than solutions. It is designed for residents or very light travelers.
- The SUBE card "odyssey." Getting and activating the card is an essential step that represents a barrier for the occasional visitor. It is not an immediate process.
- Discomfort during peak hours. Prepare to travel standing and crowded. Buses often arrive at the airport with passengers, and available space is limited.
- Don't expect help or directions on board. The service does not include stop announcements or tourist assistance. You must know in advance where to get off, using a map app on your phone.
Pros and cons of the bus at Aeroparque
Pros: it is, by far, the most economical option; good connectivity with key nodes like Retiro, Plaza Italia, and Constitución; reasonable frequencies thanks to the recent expansion of lines (including the new 114); authentic experience for those who want to get around like a local.
Cons: not suitable for large luggage; requires a SUBE card, which must be purchased and loaded in advance; poor signage at stops around the airport; no stop announcements or on-board assistance; uncomfortable during peak hours.
Bus Service Guide
This is the most economical means of transportation available at Buenos Aires Metropolitan Airport. The payment method is the SUBE card, which can be purchased at Open 25 HS convenience stores, located in the public area of domestic arrivals, the domestic boarding hall (gate 6), the outdoor rows on the ground floor, and the public area on the upper floor. After purchasing the card, you must activate it and load it with balance.
Complaints: National Transportation Regulatory Commission
Tel 0 800 333 0300
Stop Locations
You can board urban buses on Avenida Rafael Obligado, in front of sectors A and B.
Main Lines and Routes
Line 8
Branch A: Aeroparque > Ezeiza via Rivadavia
Branch G: Aeroparque > Ezeiza via Highway
Line 33
Retiro > Microcentro > La Boca > Mte. Chingolo > San José
Line 34
Route Branch C > Liniers > Aeroparque
Line 37
Plaza Italia > Congreso > Lanús
Line 45
Retiro > Microcentro > Constitución > Lanús > Remedios de Escalada
Line 114
Branch C: Aeroparque (South Parking) > Costanera > Núñez > Villa Urquiza > Villa Devoto. Recent addition (February 2026) that connects the airport directly with the western corridor of the city.
Line 160
Plaza Italia > Pompeya > Lanús > Lomas de Zamora > Claypole
Line 166
Branch A > Palermo > Morón
Smart Traveler's Manual
User experience:
The consensus is clear. The bus is an excellent option for its price, but only if certain conditions are met. It is ideal for those who travel with a backpack, know the city, and prioritize savings over comfort. Connections to key points like Retiro or Plaza Italia are a great advantage. However, for those arriving for the first time, with suitcases and without knowing the system, the experience can be frustrating due to the lack of space, poor signage at stops, and the SUBE card barrier.
