Find coaches from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro

Today31 Jul
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Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$8
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Petrópolis
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Rio de Janeiro - Madureira - RJ
    Operated by: Viação UnicaViação Unica
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Petrópolis
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: FacilFacil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Petrópolis
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: FacilFacil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Petrópolis
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação UnicaViação Unica
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Petrópolis
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Petrópolis
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: FacilFacil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$9
Average bus trip duration1h 15m
Number of daily buses40
Earliest bus departure04:40
Distance27 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Petrópolis - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How far is Rio de Janeiro from Petrópolis by coach?

    The journey from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro by coach covers an approximate distance of 28 miles (45 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

    You can reach Rio de Janeiro from Petrópolis by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/07
US$6
30/07
US$6
Today
US$6
01/08
US$7
02/08
US$6
03/08
US$6
04/08
US$6
05/08
US$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$6

To 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 US$6 to US$9 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 US$6, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually VIACAO FACIL 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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