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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 27 atDeparture city: Rio de JaneiroDeparture location: Novo RioArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PetrópolisDestination location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
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- Departure time: April 27 atDeparture city: Rio de JaneiroDeparture location: Novo RioArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PetrópolisDestination location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
- Departure time: April 27 atDeparture city: Rio de JaneiroDeparture location: Novo RioArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PetrópolisDestination location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
Bus Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis: Trip Overview
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Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. UNICA ticket prices on this trip start at $9.00
Facil offers 7 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis. Though the average price for this trip is $10.00, you can find tickets starting at $9.00. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 1h12.
Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 20 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 5:45AM - 11:55PM |
Minimum Price | $9 |
Average Ticket Price | $10 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 1h5m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 1h10m |
Distance | 27 miles (43 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | UNICA, Facil |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Petrópolis?
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
Novo RioCorredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
Aeroporto Internacional Tom JobimTerminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
RodoviáriaAv. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
Av. Pedro CalmonRodovia Washington Luís, Km 82,9 - Fazenda Inglesa, Petrópolis - RJ, 25725-630
Rodoviária de PetrópolisFrequently asked questions for your trip Rio de Janeiro - Petrópolis
Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Petrópolis without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.
On average, the trip from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis takes around 1h 10m, but you can get there in as little as 1h 5m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 28 miles (45 km) that separate the two cities.
Rio de Janeiro and Petrópolis are 28 miles (45 km) apart.
About 20 buses travel this route daily, provided by UNICA and Facil. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!
The bus service operates from 5:45 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:55 PM for the final departure.
Most of the buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis leave from Novo Rio and arrive at Rodoviária de Petrópolis. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $9 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro.
The bus ticket costs $10 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $9 and $10, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Yes, a day trip from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 2h 10m. So you'll have enough time to visit Petrópolis before returning to Rio de Janeiro in the evening.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rio de Janeiro and Petrópolis!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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