La Plata City Car Hire

La Plata is the capital of Buenos Aires Province and located just 56 km southeast of downtown Buenos Aires, approximately 45 minutes' drive via Autopista Buenos Aires–La Plata. With 2 car rental companies in the city center, you have the flexibility to explore the city's famous diagonal street network and surrounding pampas at your own pace. La Plata is known for its UNESCO-nominated urban plan with diagonal avenues and the impressive natural history museum Museo de La Plata, located 10 minutes from the center.

Bosques de Pereyra Iraola, a nature reserve spanning 10,000 hectares, is just 20 minutes' drive north. Book your car in advance as availability is limited with only 2 rental companies. Avoid driving into Buenos Aires during rush hour – traffic on Autopista 2 can double your travel time.

Parking in La Plata's center is relatively straightforward thanks to the grid-based street system with clear parking zones. How far is it from La Plata center to Buenos Aires by car? It's approximately 56 km and normally takes 45–60 minutes via Autopista Buenos Aires–La Plata, but expect longer times during rush hour traffic.

Can I rent a car in La Plata and return it in Buenos Aires? It depends on the rental company – check whether one-way rental is included in the agreement, as an extra fee for returning the car to another city often applies. What excursions are good with a rental car from La Plata?

The nature reserve Bosques de Pereyra Iraola (20 min), the coastal town Punta Indio (70 km), and the wine region of Berisso are popular day trips.

We compare prices from all major providers at Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.