What is the cheapest way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which costs R$ 1800 - R$ 2900 and takes 10h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

The fastest way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which takes 10h 12m and costs R$ 1800 - R$ 2900.

Is there a direct bus between Cali and Rio de Janeiro?

No, there is no direct bus from Cali to Rio de Janeiro. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transporte Cali and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Terminal de Omnibus Retiro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 15h.

How far is it from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between Cali and Rio de Janeiro is 4674 km. The road distance is 7197.4 km.

How do I travel from Cali to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

The best way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro without a car is to bus which takes 5 days 15h and costs R$ 2600 - R$ 3300.

How long does it take to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cali to Rio de Janeiro bus from?

Cali to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal de Transporte Cali station.

Bus or fly from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

The best way to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which takes 10h 15m and costs R$ 1600 - R$ 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 2600 - R$ 3300 and takes 5 days 15h.

Where does the Cali to Rio de Janeiro bus arrive?

Cali to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Terminal de Omnibus Retiro station.

What is the time difference between Cali and Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro is 2h ahead of Cali. It is currently 5:08 PM in Cali and 7:08 PM in Rio de Janeiro.

Can I drive from Cali to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Cali to Rio de Janeiro is 7197 km. It takes approximately 4 days 4h to drive from Cali to Rio de Janeiro.

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro?

There are 9360+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro.

Cali to Rio de Janeiro - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cali to Rio de Janeiro by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Santos Dumont Airport
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1. Fly from Cali (CLO) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)plane CLO - SDU
10h 15m
R$1,627–5,650
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal de Omnibus Retirobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus
5d 15h
R$2,623–3,280
Drive 7,197.4 km
1. Drive from Cali to Rio de Janeirocar 7,197.4 km
4d 4h
R$3,763–5,435
Fly to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Cali (CLO) to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)plane CLO - GIG
10h 12m
R$1,834–2,864
Bus via São Paulo
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal de Omnibus Retirobus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Omnibus Retiro to Tietê Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Rio de Janeirobus
5d 20h
R$2,743–3,500

Cali (CLO) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) flights

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11h 24mAverage Duration

R$1,534Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4,674 km
Duration: 10h 15m

What companies run services between Cali, Colombia and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Azul, and three other airlines fly from Cali (CLO) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Terminal de Omnibus Retiro in around 5d 15h.

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