Buenos Aires Airport Rail Connection

Updated: July 27, 2026

The honest answer first: there is no direct train to Ezeiza (EZE) airport. The terminals have no railway station, so a rail journey from Buenos Aires involves at least two changes and takes well over an hour, which is why almost no arriving visitor uses it. This page explains what the rail option actually is, how it connects to the airport, and the faster alternatives most travellers choose instead. As of 2026 the picture below is current.

Is there a train from Ezeiza airport to the city?

No. Unlike some capital-city airports, Ezeiza is not served by a rail line to its terminals, and there is no airport express. The closest the network comes is the General Roca line, which runs from the Constitución terminus in central Buenos Aires out through the southern suburbs, including a station in the town of Ezeiza several kilometres from the airport. Reaching the terminals from that station still needs a local bus or a short taxi, so rail is never a single-seat ride to the airport door.

How would the rail route actually work?

If you were set on using the train, the journey has three legs. First, a Roca line train from Constitución to Ezeiza town. Second, a local connecting bus or a short taxi from the town station to the airport. Third, on arrival, the walk into the terminal. Each leg is cheap, but together they add up to a slow, multi-change trip with luggage, and the middle connection is the awkward part — timetables are not aligned with flights, and you are moving between a suburban platform and an airport with bags in tow.

How much does the rail option cost?

Very little in fares — the Roca line and the connecting bus both run on the rechargeable SUBE card and cost only a few hundred pesos each. But the low price hides the real cost, which is time and hassle: budget well over two hours door to door once you factor in the changes and any wait for the connection. Against that, the Tienda León shuttle at about USD 11–12 gets you downtown in around an hour with a single change, which is why it wins for almost everyone weighing price against effort.

Why do most travellers skip the train?

Three reasons, really. It is slow, at more than two hours against 45 to 60 minutes by road. It involves changes with luggage, which is tiring after a long flight. And the small fare saving over the shuttle rarely justifies either. Rail also has little room for large suitcases and requires a SUBE card you must buy and load first. For a budget traveller with light bags and plenty of time it is a legitimate adventure; for anyone with a schedule to keep it is the wrong tool.

What are the better ways into the city?

Four road options cover almost everyone, and all of them beat the train on time. Prices are approximate for central districts and move with the peso.

For the detail, see our pages on the shuttle bus, official airport taxis and private transfers, and the full airport to city guide that compares them all.

Will there ever be a train to Ezeiza?

A rail link to the airport has been discussed on and off for years, but as of 2026 nothing is in service and no dated opening applies to your trip. Plan around the options that exist today rather than a future line. If that changes, this page will be updated; for now, treat the road routes above as the practical choices and the Roca line as a curiosity rather than a realistic way to reach your flight.

Is the rail route practical with luggage?

Not really, and this is the point that decides it for most people. The Roca line trains are commuter services built for daily passengers, not travellers with suitcases, so there are no dedicated luggage racks and carriages are crowded at peak times. Add the change to a local bus or taxi at the town of Ezeiza, and you are lifting your bags on and off transport at least twice. If you are carrying a single small backpack you can manage it; with a full case and a carry-on it becomes hard work, and the small saving over the shuttle stops being worth it.

When might the train make sense?

There is a narrow case for it. If you are a budget traveller with light luggage, you enjoy figuring out local transport, you have hours to spare, and you already hold a loaded SUBE card, the rail-and-bus route is a cheap and authentic way to travel like a local. It can also appeal if you happen to be staying near Constitución or along the Roca line, where the first leg starts on your doorstep. Outside those specific situations, the honest recommendation is to take the shuttle or a taxi and save the effort for exploring the city.

What about the in-city airport, Aeroparque?

It is worth not confusing the two airports. Ezeiza (EZE) handles almost all international flights and sits well outside the city, which is why the transport question is a real one. Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) is the in-city airport for most domestic and regional routes and is far closer to the centre. Check which airport your ticket shows before planning any journey, because the transport advice on this page is specifically for Ezeiza; our airport guide explains the difference.