Whether you're staying in Brazil or Argentina, here's how to reach each side of the falls, what it costs and how long it takes.
Bus 120 to the Brazil side, crossing to the Argentine side, and private transfers.
Foz do Iguaçu guide →The park bus to the Argentine side, crossing to the Brazil side, and transfers.
Puerto Iguazú guide →✈️See the falls on arrival or before your flight, with your luggage kept in the vehicle.
Airport + falls →Transfers from Paraguay to both sides, with help at the Friendship Bridge.
Ciudad del Este →| Cost | Watch out for | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🚌 Local bus | Cheapest (R$5 in Foz; about AR$10,000–12,000 each way in Puerto Iguazú) | No help at the border; 3 buses to reach the other country's park | Budget travellers without luggage |
| 🚕 Taxi or app | Mid-range | Drivers may not do border stops or wait; cross-border taxis are limited | Short trips on the same side |
| 🚐 Private transfer | Per vehicle (good value for 2+) | Book in advance | Border crossings, luggage, tight schedules, both sides in one day |
Bus fares checked November 2026 (Foz do Iguaçu urban fare R$5; Puerto Iguazú Línea Cataratas tourist fare updated July 2026). Fares change often.
| From | Brazil side | Argentine side |
|---|---|---|
| Foz do Iguaçu (downtown) | About 25 min by car, 30–45 min by bus 120 | 1 to 1.5 hours by car including the border; 2–3 hours by bus |
| Puerto Iguazú (downtown) | 1 to 1.5 hours by car including the border; about 2 hours by bus | About 25 min by car, 30–40 min by bus |
| IGU airport (Brazil) | About 10 min | About 1 hour including the border |
| IGR airport (Argentina) | About 1 hour including the border | About 20 min |
Border times vary a lot. See typical border wait times.
Start early on the Argentine side (opens 08:00, the bigger park), then cross to the Brazil side in the afternoon. A private driver handles both immigration stops and meets you at each park entrance.
Check the 2026 entrance fees, opening hours and how to buy online.
Iguazu Falls entrance fees
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Brazil, Argentina or both in one day.
“I highly recommend to anyone who are looking for a smooth, easy and fast experience especially if you pressed for time. We wanted to see the falls from Argentina and from Brazil side and it is totally doable and we did not have to compromise on anything.”
Shoba S.Dec 2023
“Amazing experience at the falls. did both sides of falls, Argentina side was better ( in our opinion). The power of the falls is overwhelming and the beauty of the nature surrounding the falls is amazing, the butterflies on the Argentina side are beautiful.”
sarahNov 2025
Fantastic experience with Nestor!
“Genuinely Nestor was such a highlight of our trip - he took us to both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides and took us on the best circuits, we had such a wonderful time with him and really do recommend him to anyone debating whether they should do it!”
Shreya B.Aug 2026
“The experience at the border was so easy and the drivers explained everything. They took care of logistics I didn’t expect like getting a driver from the Argentina side and the Brazil side. Told me the timeframe I had based on what I wanted to do/see.”
Alexis C.Feb 2026
Perfect Service
“We used Iguazu Falls Travel to provide a pick up from IGR airport and visit the falls on the Argentina side then a transfer to visit the falls on the Brazil side and afterwards the 3 borders and back to IGR airport for our flights back to Buenos Aires. As we only had one day the timings were critical to us and Iguazu Falls Travel provided the perfect service.”
Martin R.Mar 2025
Great Transfer by an Organized and Efficient Company
“Using Iguazu Falls Travel was a very wise decision as I was arriving by plane in Foz de Iguaçu, meaning the Brazil side, but was immediately going to Puerto de Iguazu, i.e. the Argentina side, and returning to the Brazil side the same evening.”
Mike P.Feb 2026
Easiest way to see the Argentinian side of the falls
“The transfer to the Argentinian side of the falls was perfectly organised. We were picked up on time and the process of going through the border was very quick. Our driver on the other side agreed a pick up time but also gave us his WhatsApp number (there is WiFi) so we were able to move our departure time back.”
Becky C.Nov 2024
“Thanks to them, I was able to visit both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of Iguazu Falls, which are absolutely stunning regardless of the weather. Clovis went above and beyond by helping me rebook my waterfall entry time and suggesting that I visit the Bird Park first – excellent advice, as it turned out to be well worth seeing.”
MonikaJun 2026
“We flew down early afternoon from São Paulo and wanted to visit the Brazilian side of the falls before moving over to the Argentinian side and staying in Puerto Iguaza for 2 nights. Rather than mess around with buses and taxis this was the perfect solution. We got picked up and dropped off then just messaged our driver to pick us up.”
Chimay D.Oct 2024
“I highly recommend this transfer company! I organized transfer from the entrance of the Brazil side of Foz do Iguaçu National park to the Argentinian side. They confirmed by WhatsApp the day before and the morning of. The driver was a cautious driver and drove very well especially considering there was so much rain. It was so easy.”
Brooke O.Oct 2026
“Transfer from IGR to resort and then from the resort to Brazilian side of Iguazu and transfer to IGU was really seemless and hasslefree. Both Daniel on Argentinian side and Nestor on Brazilian side were terrific. I was worried about luggage transfer etc. and Iguazu Falls Travel made it so seamless. Great team”
Nitin U.Dec 2025
Excellent service with a professional team.
“Excellent and very professional, we travelled from our hotel on the Argentine side to the airport on the Brazil side via the Brazilian park. Drivers were very kind and helpful, our journey was very smooth thanks to them. We wish we had used them earlier for the Argentinian side . Would definitely recommend them.”
AmigademariaMar 2024
“This transfer service was amazing! Their website was incredibly clear with instructions for exactly how I could go to the Argentina side of the falls just for the day, despite all the confusing regulations and rules due to the pandemic. They picked me up at my hotel on the Brazilian side, got me across to the Argentina side, and then brought me back to the airport.”
Merri E.Jan 2022
“Great organization and timeliness, fast and safe same-day transfer from IGU to the Argentinian side and back to the Brazilian side of the falls, and finally to our hotel, with great tips about what to focus on since we visited Iguazu for a day only.”
Christos P.May 2026
“The drivers on both side were on time, friendly, and resourceful. Shout out especially to Clovis, who drove me to the Brazilian side of the falls, he was awesome!”
Michael S.Feb 2025
“Prompt, efficient, always on time, friendly, very professional and excellent responsive communication by Ronny over emails and Nestor over WhatsApp. Used for pick-up from Brazil Iguazu airport, to view the Argentinian side of the Iguazu Falls, and drop-off at the Argentinian Iguazu airport while staying on the Brazil side.”
Slabbs 7.Oct 2026
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For the Brazil side, take bus 120 from the TTU terminal (R$5, about 30 minutes) or a taxi or transfer (about 25 minutes). For the Argentine side you cross the border: three buses each way, or a transfer straight to the park. Full guide from Foz do Iguaçu.
For the Argentine side, the Río Uruguay bus runs from the Puerto Iguazú bus terminal to the park about every 30 minutes. For the Brazil side you cross the border by bus with a change, or by transfer. Full guide from Puerto Iguazú.
On the Brazil side, bus 120 stops at the IGU airport on its way to the park, but you'd need somewhere to leave your luggage. There is no public bus from the IGR airport in Argentina to the falls.
Yes, with a private transfer that handles the border. Both sides in one day.
From Foz do Iguaçu the Brazil side is closest (about 25 minutes, no border). From Puerto Iguazú the Argentine side is closest (about 25 minutes, no border). Visiting the other side always means crossing the border.
Tell us where you're staying and when you land. We'll plan the easiest way to both sides.