The Wayro route from Córdoba, Argentina to Trinidad, Uruguay is 556 miles (895 km), about 9 h 59 min of driving without stops. You cross from Argentina into Uruguay at about mile 437, at the Colón–Paysandú bridge.
Full advisory: Argentina, Uruguay. Advisory issued: Argentina July 10, 2026; Uruguay July 28, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Argentina: “Gas stations are often far apart and not always easily identified from the main roadway.”
- Uruguay: “Traffic fatalities are high in Uruguay.”
| Total distance | 556 mi (895 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 9 h 59 min |
| Main roads, in order | RN9 → RNA008 → RN174 → RP26 → RN12 → RP39 → RN14 → RN135 |
| Border crossing | about mile 437, Argentina → Uruguay (the Colón–Paysandú bridge) |
| Regions on the route | Córdoba, Santa Fe, Entre Ríos, Paysandú, Río Negro, Flores |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 22.2 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 5 |
Border crossing: what to bring for Uruguay
The route crosses at about mile 437, at the Colón–Paysandú bridge, from Entre Ríos into Paysandú. Plan on two checks on each side: immigration for your passport and customs for the car.
| Entering Uruguay (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for visits of 90 days or less. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. |
|---|---|
| Driving in Uruguay | You can drive on your U.S. license. |
| Entering Argentina (U.S. citizens) | No visa needed for visits of 90 days or less. Passport: must be valid when you enter; leave a blank page for the entry and exit stamps. |
| Driving in Argentina | A valid U.S. license usually works; an International Driving Permit is recommended. |
| Rental car | Cross only if the rental company authorizes it in writing and gives you the papers for the border; ask before you book. |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Uruguay (updated August 13, 2026); U.S. State Department, Argentina (updated July 16, 2026). Checked October 10, 2026; rules change, so confirm before you go.
What the drive from Córdoba to Trinidad is like
RN9 (240 mi) and RP39 (64 mi) carry about 55% of the 556 miles. The first 437 miles are in Argentina; the last 119 are in Uruguay. It runs through 6 regions: Córdoba, Santa Fe, Entre Ríos, Paysandú, Río Negro, Flores. Of the 5 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Córdoba and Trinidad
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–7 | 7 | Córdoba |
| RN9 | 7–247 | 240 | Córdoba, Santa Fe |
| RNA008 | 247–253 | 6 | Santa Fe |
| RN174 | 253–291 | 38 | Santa Fe, Entre Ríos |
| connecting roads | 291–293 | 2 | Entre Ríos |
| RP26 | 293–318 | 25 | Entre Ríos |
| RN12 | 318–347 | 29 | Entre Ríos |
| RP39 | 347–411 | 64 | Entre Ríos |
| RN14 | 411–428 | 17 | Entre Ríos |
| RN135 | 428–436 | 8 | Entre Ríos |
| local roads | 436–556 | 120 | Entre Ríos, Paysandú, Río Negro, Flores |
- Mile 186 of this route: Córdoba → Santa Fe (region line)
- Mile 255 of this route: Santa Fe → Entre Ríos (region line)
- Mile 437 of this route: Entre Ríos → Paysandú (international border)
- Mile 470 of this route: Paysandú → Río Negro (region line)
- Mile 524 of this route: Río Negro → Flores (region line)
Where to stop on the way to Trinidad
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Balneario La Florida (mile 254), Abadía del Niño Dios (mile 290)
- Nature and outdoors: Balneario La Florida (mile 254)
- Museums and history: San José palace (mile 397), Nuestra Señora del Rosario y San Benito de Palermo, Paysandú (mile 444)
- With kids: Paraná River Aquarium (mile 251)
Paraná River Aquarium
The Paraná River Aquarium in Rosario is a public aquarium built as a scientific and educational center focused on the river.
Balneario La Florida
Rosario's municipal riverside beach area runs nearly 4 kilometers along the Paraná River, from the Rosario-Victoria Bridge to Parque Alem, and dates to around 1940.
Abadía del Niño Dios
Abadía del Niño Dios is a Benedictine monastery in Victoria, Entre Ríos Province. Founded in 1899, it was the first Benedictine foundation in Hispanic America.
San José palace
San José Palace was the home of Justo José de Urquiza, president of the Argentine Confederation from 1854 to 1860, and now houses the Justo José de Urquiza Museum and National Monument.
Nuestra Señora del Rosario y San Benito de Palermo, Paysandú
Paysandú's Catholic parish church of Our Lady of the Rosary and St. Benedict of Palermo was named a minor basilica in 1949 and remains an active parish of the city.
Once you reach Trinidad
Reserva de Flora y fauna Dr. Rodolfo Tálice
Off Route 3 near Trinidad, the Dr. Rodolfo Tálice Ecopark (Reserva de Flora y Fauna Dr. Rodolfo Talice) is a fenced wildlife reserve where axis deer, greater rheas and pampas deer roam free alongside other species.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Córdoba, Argentina to Trinidad, Uruguay?
About 9 h 59 min of driving without stops, over 556 miles.
What is the driving distance from Córdoba, Argentina to Trinidad, Uruguay?
About 556 miles (895 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Where does the Córdoba to Trinidad drive cross the border?
At about mile 437, from Argentina into Uruguay, at the Colón–Paysandú bridge.
What do U.S. citizens need to drive from Córdoba into Uruguay?
No visa needed for visits of 90 days or less. Passport: must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date. You can drive on your U.S. license. (U.S. State Department, updated August 13, 2026.)
What does the U.S. travel advisory say about the Córdoba to Trinidad drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Argentina Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions; Uruguay Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Córdoba to Trinidad use?
In order: RN9, RNA008, RN174, RP26, RN12, RP39, RN14 and RN135. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Córdoba and Trinidad?
Closest to the road: Balneario La Florida (beach, mile 254, 0.9 mi from the route); Abadía del Niño Dios (monastery, mile 290, 0.6 mi from the route); San José palace (museum, mile 397, 2 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.