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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
6:41AM
3h10m
9:51AM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Cheapest
Macaé - Rodoviária de Macaé
Cheapest
Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
1:31PM
3h30m
5:01PM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
2nd Cheapest
Macaé - Rodoviária de Macaé
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
8:11AM
3h
11:11AM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Fastest
Macaé - Rodoviária de Macaé
Fastest
Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
7:31AM
3h40m
11:11AM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Macaé - Rodoviária de Macaé
Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
7:31AM
3h40m
11:11AM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Macaé - Rodoviária de Macaé
Bus Rio de Janeiro to Macaé: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Macaé: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$24
Average bus trip duration3h 27m
Number of daily buses32
Earliest bus departure12:43 AM
Distance98 miles (158 km)
Latest bus departure11:52 PM

Rio de Janeiro to Macaé Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures32
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:43AM - 11:52PM
Minimum Price$16
Average Ticket Price$24
Minimum Trip Duration3h
Average Bus Trip Duration3h27m
Distance98 miles (158 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteAutoviação 1001
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rio de Janeiro - Macaé

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Macaé without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé is about 3h 27m, although the fastest bus will take 3h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 miles (158 km) that separate the two cities.

Rio de Janeiro and Macaé are 98 miles (158 km) apart.

About 32 buses travel this route daily, provided by Autoviação 1001. The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 12:43 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:52 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé leave from Novo Rio and arrive at Rodoviária de Macaé. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $19.

The bus ticket costs $24 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $19 to $30, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, a day trip from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 6h. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Macaé before returning to Rio de Janeiro in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$16
03/18
$16
Today
$16
03/20
$16
03/21
$16
03/22
$16
03/23
$16
03/24
$16
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé was searched and found on Mar 17, 2024 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $25 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2024-03-20.

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 Macaé!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rio de Janeiro to Macaé that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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 Macaé.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro

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