What is the cheapest way to get from Central to Governador Island?

The cheapest way to get from Central to Governador Island is to ferry which costs R$ 5 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central to Governador Island?

The fastest way to get from Central to Governador Island is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs R$ 110 - R$ 130.

Is there a direct bus between Central and Governador Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from BRS 2,4: Central and arriving at Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeão. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Central and Governador Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Praça XV and arriving at Cocotá. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Central to Governador Island?

The distance between Central and Governador Island is 18 km. The road distance is 20.2 km.

How do I travel from Central to Governador Island without a car?

The best way to get from Central to Governador Island without a car is to line 324 bus which takes 44 min and costs R$ 7 - R$ 14.

How long does it take to get from Central to Governador Island?

The line 324 bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeão takes 44 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Central to Governador Island bus from?

Central to Governador Island bus services, operated by Internorte, depart from BRS 2,4: Central station.

Where does the Central to Governador Island bus arrive?

Central to Governador Island bus services, operated by Internorte, arrive at Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeão station.

Can I drive from Central to Governador Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Central to Governador Island is 20 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Central to Governador Island.

Where can I stay near Governador Island?

There are 8916+ hotels available in Governador Island.

Central to Governador Island - 5 ways to travel via line 324 bus, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Central to Governador Island by bus, ferry, taxi, car, or tram

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Line 324 bus
best
1. Take the bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeãobus 2343 / ...
44 min
R$7–14
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Praça XV to Cocotáferry
1h 19m
R$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central to Cacuiataxi 20.2 km
19 min
R$110–130
Drive 20.2 km
1. Drive from Central to Cacuiacar 20.2 km
19 min
R$11–16
VLT, line 492 bus
1. Take the tram from Central to Terminal Intermodal Gentilezatram L4
2. Take the bus from Bicalho to Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeãobus 492
1h 2m

Central to Governador Island by bus

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Distance: 17.5 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Central, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Governador Island, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

Internorte operates a bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Hospital de Força Aérea do Galeão every 5 minutes. Tickets cost R$7–22 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Barcas Rio operates a ferry from Praça XV to Cocotá 3 times a day. Tickets cost R$5 and the journey takes 50 min.

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