Rent a Car in Ushuaia Center

Ushuaia is the world's southernmost city, located on the Beagle Channel on Tierra del Fuego with dramatic Andean peaks as a backdrop. With a rental car from downtown, you can reach Tierra del Fuego National Park 12 km to the west (20 minutes) and Lapataia Bay at the end of the world 18 km away. Ten rental companies are located downtown for good accessibility.

Ushuaia's city center stretches along Avenida San Martín with views over the Beagle Channel and Chile on the other side. Museo del Fin del Mundo is centrally located and Glaciar Martial with its cable car is just 7 km north from downtown. Drive to Tierra del Fuego National Park early in the morning to avoid tourist buses – the entrance is 12 km west of downtown.

Visit Valle de los Lobos and Laguna Esmeralda on gravel roads north of Ushuaia – choose a car with good ground clearance. Winter season (June–September) offers skiing at Cerro Castor, 26 km east of downtown. Can I drive a rental car to Río Grande from Ushuaia?

Yes, Río Grande is 225 km to the north via Route 3 and takes about 3 hours. The road is paved but can be icy in winter. Is it possible to drive to Chile from Ushuaia with a rental car?

It requires special authorization from the rental company for border crossing into Chile. Check this in advance – not all companies allow it. What are the road conditions in Tierra del Fuego National Park?

The main road into the park is paved, but side roads to lagoons and hiking trails are gravel roads. A standard car is sufficient for most visits.

We compare prices from all major providers at Ushuaia 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.