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Get from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 17,153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Macaé and Rio de Janeiro?
Stops in Macaé
- ARua Professor Marieta Peixoto, 110 - Centro, Macaé-RJ 27910-250
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
Compare bus companies
Based on 2026 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Autoviação 1001 ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 17,153
Viação 1001 Macaé Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
Efficient travel within Brazil even for foreign travellers
Joseph C.
Muito bom!
Oleksandr T.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Macaé 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 Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro start from CLP 17,153. The average price for this route is around CLP 29,254. 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 Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus trip duration from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Autoviação 1001.
Which bus companies service the Macaé to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 3.9480249999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of CLP 16,763To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 16,763 to CLP 32,501 for a bus ticket from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 16,763 which is on 2026-04-25.
