Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SUBE CARD
very handy and inexpensive rechargeable card that you can use for the Subte, local
buses and some trains. It saves you money and you don't have to keep a stash of
coins on hand. Get it at some kioskosand Correo Argentino or OCA post offices
around the city (check the website for locations or look for the SUBE logo at busi-
nesses). Ezeiza airport and Retiro bus terminal also have Sube booths where you
can get and recharge this card. You'll need your passport or a copy. Charging the
card itself is easy, and can be done at many kiosks or Subte stations.
TO & FROM AIRPORTS
Chauffeur-Driven Car
For a special treat, reserve a luxury car from
Silver Star Transport
( in Argentina
15-6826-8876, in the USA 214-502-1605;
www.silverstarcar.com
)
; you'll be driven by native
English speakers from Ezeiza to the destination of your choice (US$150). There are car-
rental booths at Ezeiza, but we do not recommend renting a car for your stay in Buenos
Aires.
Bus
If you're really on a penny-pinching budget, take public bus 8 from Ezeiza, which costs
AR$6 and can take up to two hours to reach the Plaza de Mayo area. Catch it outside the
Aerolíneas Argentinas terminal (Terminal B), a 200m walk from the international termin-
al. You'll need coins; there's a Banco de la Nación located just outside customs.
Shuttle
If you're alone, the best way to and from Ezeiza aiport is taking a shuttle with transfer
Eduardo Madero 1299, Ezeiza airport)
. You'll see its stand immediately as you exit customs,
in the transport 'lobby' area. Frequent shuttles cost AR$80 to AR$95 per person to the
city center, run all day and night and take 40 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic. They'll
deposit you either at the MTL office (from where you can take a taxi) or at some limited
central addresses.
Another shuttle service, directed at independent travelers, is
Hostel Shuttle
(
4511-8723;
www.hostelshuttle.com.ar
)
. Check the website for prices, schedules and drop-off
destinations (only at certain hostels), and try to book ahead. You can also try
