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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rodoviária de Petrópolis | Cidade Universitária | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Petrópolis | Novo Rio | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Petrópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Petrópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Petrópolis | Novo Rio | No tags |
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Get from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Petrópolis and Rio de Janeiro?
Stops in Petrópolis
- ARodovia Washington Luís, Km 82,9 - Fazenda Inglesa, Petrópolis - RJ, 25725-630
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro start from $11. The average price for this route is around $13. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus travel time from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 42 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Facil.
Which bus companies service the Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day, including services from UNICA, Facil, Viacao Teresopolis.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Facil, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viacao Teresopolis has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Facil, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Facil, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $14 for a bus ticket from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually UNICA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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