The long weekend of December 8 for the Immaculate Conception Day offers ideal train getaways from Buenos Aires. Chascomús and Chacabuco stand out as accessible destinations with good rail connections and outdoor activities. Updated fares make planning these short trips straightforward.
The upcoming long weekend, extending through the December 8 holiday for the Immaculate Conception Day, provides Buenos Aires residents with chances for train getaways to nearby towns in the province. Services depart from stations like Plaza Constitución, Once, and Retiro, offering quick access to picturesque spots within 120 km of the capital.
In Chascomús, reachable via the Roca Line, visitors can explore its renowned lagoon, coastal walks, the Cathedral, the Pampean Museum, and the historic district. The station is near the center, with local transport available. Tickets cost $11,790 per person in pullman and $9,990 in first class. Until December 11, two daily services run Monday to Friday from Constitución at 7:30 and 14:17, returning at 1:11 and 14:21. From December 12, they increase to three per day, departing at 6:04, 11:21, and 17:08, with returns at 1:11, 14:21, and 16:10.
Chacabuco, in Buenos Aires' northwest and under three hours from the city, provides a serene setting with history, green spaces, and local cuisine. Highlights include the Municipal Recreational Park, Rocha Lagoon, and the Domingo Faura Historical Museum and Archive. Fares differ: for T1 (Mondays, Fridays, Sundays), $12,050 in pullman and $10,040 in first; for T2 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays), $10,000 and $8,400 respectively. Trains depart three times weekly from Once on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 18:35, returning from Bragado at 1:55.
These spots blend economic accessibility with diverse activities for a short break, perfect for the year's penultimate long weekend.