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Carrasco International Airport (MVD) → José Ignacio transfer

José Ignacio is 150 km from Montevideo's Carrasco Airport, and the private transfer usually takes 131–164 minutes. Expect around €170–220 for a car with up to three passengers and €230–300 for a minivan for up to seven; the exact price is shown before booking.

From
Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
To
José Ignacio
Distance
150 km
Typical drive
131–164 min

The ride ends at your posada, hotel or rental house, in the village or on one of the country estates nearby.

From the airport to the lighthouse

The first part follows the Interbalnearia east towards Punta del Este. Past Punta the route continues along the coast through La Barra and Manantiales, with dunes, pine woods and open fields becoming more common.

The final kilometres are calm and rural. José Ignacio itself occupies a small rocky point topped by its lighthouse, with beaches on either side.

A small village with a big summer

José Ignacio is a low-rise village of houses, a handful of restaurants and boutique hotels, popular with visitors who want a quieter alternative to Punta del Este. It has stayed small, low and green.

Many guests stay outside the village, in chacras and houses along country roads, by the lagoons or among the dunes. These lanes can be unpaved and poorly signed. Share a precise map pin and the gate details with your booking.

Before you travel

Luggage for a long stay
Visitors often stay for weeks. If you bring several large cases, a minivan avoids a tight fit.
Key handover
Rental houses often have a caretaker. Arrange the handover time with them, allowing for the full drive time.
Groceries
The village has few shops. Plan your first supplies with your host before arriving late.

Going back to MVD

For an international departure, set the pickup about six hours before take-off in summer: around two and three quarter hours on the road, three hours at the airport and a short buffer. If you are staying on a remote estate, tell the driver in advance so they can plan the unpaved section.

Frequently asked questions

How far is José Ignacio from Montevideo Airport?

It is 150 km, usually 131–164 minutes by car, going east past Punta del Este and La Barra.

How much is a private transfer to José Ignacio?

Typically around €170–220 for a car and €230–300 for a minivan. The exact price is shown before booking.

Can the driver find a rental house outside the village?

Yes, with a precise address or map pin and gate details. Some country lanes are unpaved and unsigned, so this information matters.

Is a car enough for two people with surf or kite gear?

Long boards and kites need to be declared when booking. The local provider then sends a vehicle with enough room.

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