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Barra de Carrasco, Canelones, Uruguay – Uruguay Flag

Current Date And Time In Barra de Carrasco, Uruguay

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
13:08:20 UYT
State: Canelones
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (UYT)
Population: 5,410
District: Paso Carrasco

✈️ Barra de Carrasco, Canelones, Uruguay - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Barra de Carrasco, Canelones, Uruguay using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Barra de Carrasco.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Barra de Carrasco with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Barra de Carrasco — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Uruguay, which includes Barra de Carrasco, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Uruguay before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Uruguay's time zone -03:00, country calling code +598 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .UY. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Barra de Carrasco.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+598
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.UY

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Uruguay — police 109, ambulance 105, fire brigade 104, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Barra de Carrasco. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Barra de Carrasco.

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Police
109
🚑
Ambulance
105
🚒
Fire
104
📞
General
911

📊 Uruguay At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Uruguay — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.809
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
78.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
98.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$23,907
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
7.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Uruguay development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Barra de Carrasco for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Barra de Carrasco
International Airport • MVD
Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport
Ciudad de la Costa, UY
5
km away
Nearest to Canelones (Capital)
Regional Airport
Ángel S. Adami International Airport
Montevideo, UY
30
km from Canelones

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Barra de Carrasco's exact coordinates, or Canelones's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Barra de Carrasco From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Barra de Carrasco to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)8,604 km5,346 mi~ 10h 52m
Toronto (Canada)9,047 km5,621 mi~ 11h 24m
Los Angeles (United States)10,029 km6,232 mi~ 12h 33m
Auckland (New Zealand)10,467 km6,504 mi~ 13h 04m
Paris (France)10,952 km6,805 mi~ 13h 38m
London (United Kingdom)11,040 km6,860 mi~ 13h 44m
Sydney (Australia)11,862 km7,371 mi~ 14h 42m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,441 km8,352 mi~ 16h 34m
Singapore (Singapore)15,743 km9,782 mi~ 19h 16m
Tokyo (Japan)18,590 km11,552 mi~ 22h 37m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Barra de Carrasco, Uruguay is set to Uruguay Standard Time (UYT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Barra de Carrasco requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneUruguay Standard Time (UYT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time1:08 PM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Barra de Carrasco to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:08 PM on Tuesday in Barra de Carrasco. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Barra de Carrasco right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Barra de Carrasco
New York (United States)Tue, 12:08 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 9:08 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Tue, 12:08 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Tue, 5:08 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Tue, 6:08 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Tue, 8:08 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 12:08 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 1:08 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 2:08 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 4:08 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Barra de Carrasco — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Barra de Carrasco is the Uruguayan peso (UYU), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 40.22
UYU
€ 1 Euro
$ 45.79
UYU
£ 1 British Pound
$ 53.45
UYU
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 28.02
UYU
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 28.51
UYU

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 28, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Barra de Carrasco

Knowing which languages are used in Barra de Carrasco helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Spanish

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Barra de Carrasco. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Paso de Carrasco (Canelones, Uruguay)2 mi3 kmNW
⬆️
Colonia Nicolich (Canelones, Uruguay)4 mi7 kmNorth (N)
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Ciudad de la Costa (Canelones, Uruguay)6 mi10 kmNE
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Juan Antonio Artigas (Canelones, Uruguay)8 mi13 kmNorth (N)
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Barros Blancos (Canelones, Uruguay)9 mi14 kmNorth (N)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Barra de Carrasco

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Barra de Carrasco is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,817 km away. Straight-line distances from Barra de Carrasco to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil1,817 km1,129 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,930 km1,821 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico7,069 km4,393 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy11,020 km6,847 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan11,995 km7,454 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,595 km9,690 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China19,087 km11,860 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Barra de Carrasco shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Canelones and Uruguay. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Canelones Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Canelones, including major hub cities.
✈️ Uruguay Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Uruguay.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Barra de Carrasco, Uruguay runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F/L socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Barra de Carrasco and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Barra de Carrasco.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
LType L: Three round inline pins
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🧭 Barra de Carrasco's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Barra de Carrasco

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Barra de Carrasco. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Barra de Carrasco — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Barra de Carrasco

Barra de Carrasco keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Uruguay. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Barra de Carrasco

The closest airport to Barra de Carrasco is Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD), about 5 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Barra de Carrasco From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Barra de Carrasco needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Barra de Carrasco gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Barra de Carrasco

Barra de Carrasco rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Barra de Carrasco — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Barra de Carrasco

ℹ️ Barra de Carrasco OverviewSee the full profile of Barra de Carrasco — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Barra de Carrasco MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Barra de Carrasco for distance and direction.
💰 Barra de Carrasco CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Barra de Carrasco

What side of the road do people drive on in Barra de Carrasco?

Barra de Carrasco, like the rest of Uruguay, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Barra de Carrasco use?

Barra de Carrasco runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F/L sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Barra de Carrasco?

In Barra de Carrasco, reach police on 109, ambulance on 105, fire brigade on 104, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Barra de Carrasco?

Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD) is the nearest airport to Barra de Carrasco, about 5 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Barra de Carrasco in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Barra de Carrasco runs on Uruguay Standard Time (UTC -03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Barra de Carrasco?

Barra de Carrasco shares the official and regional languages of Canelones and Uruguay — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Barra de Carrasco?

No — Barra de Carrasco uses the Uruguayan peso (UYU), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Barra de Carrasco currency page for live rates.