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Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
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Bus Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$10
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure5:45 AM
Distance54 km
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses19
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:45AM - 11:55PM
Minimum PriceUS$9
Average Ticket PriceUS$10
Minimum Trip Duration1h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h10m
Distance54 km
Bus companies on this routeUNICA
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Petrópolis

The average bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis is US$10. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and Petrópolis is around 1h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 45 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis, you can travel comfortably and safely with UNICA.

Buses travelling between Rio de Janeiro and Petrópolis leave from Novo Rio or Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim and arrive at Rodoviária de Petrópolis.

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 travellers 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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