Day trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Petrópolis by bus
How to get from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Petrópolis by bus?
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 44 km distance in 1h 10m.
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5:30 PM6h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê11:30 PMRio de Janeiro€151One-way0 transfers
11:31 PM5h40São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê5:11 AMRio de Janeiro€161One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê4:30 PMRio de Janeiro€171One-way0 transfers
Best day trips from Rio de Janeiro, RJ by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ are Petrópolis, Niterói, Teresópolis, Nova Friburgo, and Angra dos Reis. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Omio.
Day trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Niterói by bus
How to get from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Niterói by bus?
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 22:09. The fastest bus covers the 10 km distance in 30m.
Day trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Teresópolis by bus
How to get from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Teresópolis by bus?
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 60 km distance in 2h 0m.
Day trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Nova Friburgo by bus
How to get from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Nova Friburgo by bus?
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 23:38. The fastest bus covers the 98 km distance in 3h 6m.
Day trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Angra dos Reis by bus
How to get from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Angra dos Reis by bus?
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 114 km distance in 3h 0m.
Popular buses to and from Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Popular buses to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus
from €9
Direct buses available
6h00 average duration
100buses per day
Served by
- WE MOBI
- Penha
- Expresso Adamantina
- Águia Branca
- AGUIA FLEX
- 1001
- Viação Notável
- Catarinense
- Itapemirim
- Expresso Do Sul
- VIACAO RIO DOCE
- FlixBus
Popular buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Curitiba bus
from €41
Direct buses available
13h00 average duration
6buses per day
Served by
- Itapemirim
- Penha
- Águia Branca
- FlixBus
Bus providers: Penha, Águia Branca, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, 1001, Catarinense, VIACAO RIO DOCE, AGUIA FLEX, FlixBus, WE MOBI to BerlinTravel to Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Penha, Águia Branca, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, 1001, Catarinense, VIACAO RIO DOCE, AGUIA FLEX, FlixBus, WE MOBI buses with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Águia Branca
About
Águia Branca is a prominent Brazilian bus company, established in 1946, offering extensive road transportation services across Brazil. It operates over 201 daily departures, connecting major cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Salvador, and serving more than 700 destinations across several states including Espírito Santo, Bahia, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. The company is part of the larger Grupo Águia Branca, which also includes logistics and vehicle sales divisions. Águia Branca is known for its focus on comfort and safety, with various bus types such as Conventional, Executivo, Plus Service, and Double Leito, some offering amenities like Wi-Fi, USB outlets, and air conditioning.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
€15
Águia Branca frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
Expresso Do Sul
About
Expresso do Sul is a Brazilian bus company based in Sao Paulo, offering intercity bus services primarily within Brazil. The company began operations in 2000 with a route between Florianopolis and Curitiba, expanding to include the popular Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo route in 2002. Expresso do Sul provides various bus classes, including Conventional, Executive, Semi-Sleeper, and Sleeper, with amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, and in some newer vehicles, Wi-Fi and USB charging ports. They are known for connecting major cities like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis, and Curitiba.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Expresso Do Sul frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
Catarinense
About
Catarinense is a prominent Brazilian bus company, part of the JCA group, which collectively transports nearly 100 million passengers annually across South and Southeast Brazil. Based in Florianópolis, Catarinense offers over 274 daily departures to numerous cities including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Curitiba. The company provides various travel classes such as Conventional, Executive, Semi-sleeper, and Sleeper, all featuring reclining seats, air conditioning, and restrooms. Many newer buses also offer Wi-Fi and individual USB ports. Popular routes include São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo to Foz do Iguaçu, and Florianópolis to São Paulo.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
€16
Catarinense frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
VIACAO RIO DOCE
About
Viação Rio Doce is a Brazilian bus company established on July 1, 1978, following a split from Cia. São Geraldo de Viação. Initially managing regional routes in Minas Gerais and Bahia, the company expanded its services to include cities in Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, and later São Paulo. With a fleet of over 350 buses, Viação Rio Doce transports approximately 12 million passengers annually. They offer various bus classes, including Conventional and Executive, with amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and onboard toilets. The company is recognized for its focus on safety, comfort, and punctuality, and also provides cargo transport services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
€13
VIACAO RIO DOCE frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One checked luggage up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
€14
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Penha
About
Expresso Nossa Senhora da Penha, often known simply as Viação Penha, is a Brazilian bus company with over 60 years of history, founded in 1961 in Curitiba, Paraná. It resulted from the merger of several smaller companies. Penha operates extensive bus routes across Brazil, serving the South, Southeast, and Northeast regions, including states like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, Paraná, Pernambuco, and Bahia. The company is known for its modern fleet, offering various services such as conventional, semi-sleeper, and \Leito Cama\" (bed-seat) options, with amenities like air conditioning, reclining seats, and sometimes Wi-Fi and USB outlets. Penha also provides cargo transport services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
€13
Penha frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
Itapemirim
About
Itapemirim was a Brazilian passenger road transport company founded on July 4, 1953, in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. It grew to become the largest road passenger transport business in Brazil and Latin America, at one point dominating 70% of Brazilian territory with 1,700 buses and operating in 10 countries. The company was known for its focus on passenger comfort, reliability, and punctuality. However, Itapemirim faced significant financial difficulties and controversies, including the diversion of funds to create an airline, ITA Transportes Aéreos, which operated for only six months in 2021. The company was declared bankrupt on September 21, 2022. Currently, the bus lines are being operated under a lease agreement by Suzantur, as Nova Itapemirim.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
€9
Itapemirim frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
1001
About
Autoviação 1001 is a prominent bus company based in Niterói, Brazil, with over 70 years of experience in passenger transportation. Founded in 1968, it has grown to be a major provider of bus services, primarily connecting cities in the Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo regions. The company offers various bus categories, including Conventional, Executive, Semi-sleeper, and Sleeper, all equipped with reclining seats, footrests, air conditioning, and restrooms. Many newer vehicles also provide Wi-Fi and individual USB ports. 1001 operates numerous daily departures to popular destinations like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Buzios, with a focus on safety, punctuality, and comfort.
Luggage & cancellation policy
1001 frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
AGUIA FLEX
About
AGUIA FLEX is a prominent bus operator in Brazil, specializing in leisure and travel tourism. The company connects major cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Vitória, offering reliable and efficient transportation services. AGUIA FLEX provides a 100% digital booking experience, allowing passengers to purchase tickets and choose their seats online. Buses are equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, toilets, and Wi-Fi, aiming to ensure a comfortable journey for all travelers. AGUIA FLEX is part of the Águia Branca Group and has recently transitioned to become an online platform for bus ticket sales across Brazil, partnering with over 250 bus companies.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
€15
AGUIA FLEX frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
WE MOBI
About
WEMOBI is a Brazilian bus company based in Sao Paulo, offering intercity and regular bus lines primarily within Brazil. As a low-cost startup launched by the JCA Group, WEMOBI focuses on a technology-driven, fully digital model to provide affordable fares. They utilize double-decker buses with increased seating capacity and operate in high-demand cities to further reduce costs. WEMOBI aims to make travel more accessible, offering promotions and allowing advance ticket purchases for potential discounts. While some routes offer amenities like Wi-Fi and individual USB ports, and pets are welcome on certain services, customer reviews indicate occasional delays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
€9
WE MOBI frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of checked luggage up to 23kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
bus station information and services
Bus stops in Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Check where to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo RioAv. Francisco Bicalho, 1 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio from Rio de Janeiro city centre
Bus355, Sr355, Sn355 · 10m · €1 · every ~10 min
Sn209 · 15m · €1
108 · 13m · every ~8 min
104, Sn104 · 24m · every ~6 min
TramL2, L4 · 11m · €1 · every ~28 min
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio bus station facilities and services
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria)R. do Russel, 374 - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22210-010, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria) from Rio de Janeiro city centre
Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria) is 4 km from Rio de Janeiro city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus107, 472, Lecd127 · 9m · €1 · every ~14 min
104, Sn104, Lecd127 · 10m · every ~8 min
SubwayL1, L2 · 3m · €2 · every ~73 min
Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria) bus station facilities and services
Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes and snack bars nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available inside station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria): Ramps available.
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