What is the cheapest way to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest way to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro is to Metrô Rio which costs R$ 13 - R$ 20 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro?

The fastest way to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs R$ 150 - R$ 190.

Is there a direct bus between Barra da Tijuca and Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hospital Municipal Lourenço Jorge and arriving at Terminal Procópio Ferreira :: Plat. Sul. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Barra da Tijuca and Rio de Janeiro?

No, there is no direct train from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro. However, there are services departing from Jardim Oceânico and arriving at Carioca via General Osorio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between Barra da Tijuca and Rio de Janeiro is 23 km. The road distance is 29.3 km.

How do I travel from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

The best way to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro without a car is to Metrô Rio which takes 40 min and costs R$ 13 - R$ 20.

How long does it take to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro bus from?

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Transcarioca, depart from Hospital Municipal Lourenço Jorge station.

Where do I catch the Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro train from?

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro train services, operated by Metro Rio, depart from Jardim Oceânico station.

Where does the Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro bus arrive?

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Transcarioca, arrive at Terminal Procópio Ferreira :: Plat. Sul station.

Where does the Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro train arrive?

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro train services, operated by Metro Rio, arrive at General Osorio station.

Can I drive from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro.

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro?

There are 9579+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro.

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro - 4 ways to travel via Metrô Rio, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Metrô Rio
best
1. Take the subway from Jardim Oceânico to General Osoriosubway L4
2. Take the subway from General Osorio to Cariocasubway L1
40 min
R$14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hospital Municipal Lourenço Jorge to Terminal Procópio Ferreira :: Plat. Sulbus 315
57 min
R$21–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeirotaxi 29.3 km
28 min
R$150–190
Drive 29.3 km
1. Drive from Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeirocar 29.3 km
28 min
R$16–22

Barra da Tijuca to Rio de Janeiro by bus

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57 minAverage Duration

R$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.3 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Barra da Tijuca, Brazil and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

You can take a bus from Bosque Marapendi to Carioca via Terminal Jardim Oceânico :: Plataforma B, Jardim Oceânico, and General Osorio in around 40 min. Alternatively, Transcarioca operates a bus from Hospital Municipal Lourenço Jorge to Terminal Procópio Ferreira :: Plat. Sul every 20 minutes. Tickets cost R$5 and the journey takes 57 min. Santa Cruz also services this route every 20 minutes.

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