What is the cheapest way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to bus via São Paulo which costs R$ 410 - R$ 550000 and takes 22h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

The fastest way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs R$ 550 - R$ 2600.

Is there a direct bus between Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State). However, there are services departing from Terminal de Ómnibus de Ciudad del Este and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Tietê Bus Terminal and Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 1m.

How far is it from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

The distance between Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro (State) is 1215 km. The road distance is 1476.9 km.

How do I travel from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) without a car is to bus which takes 27h 46m and costs R$ 700 - R$ 1200.

How long does it take to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus from?

Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus services, operated by Expreso Paraguay, depart from Terminal de Ómnibus de Ciudad del Este station.

Bus or fly from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

The best way to get from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs R$ 650 - R$ 3000. Alternatively, you can bus via São Paulo, which costs R$ 410 - R$ 550000 and takes 22h 1m.

Where does the Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus arrive?

Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus services, operated by Expreso Paraguay, arrive at Tietê Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State) is 1477 km. It takes approximately 17h 1m to drive from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeiro (State).

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro (State)?

There are 9579+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro (State).

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Fly to Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Foz Do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)plane IGU - SDU
4h 1m
R$666–2,923
Bus via São Paulo
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1. Take the bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Ciudad del Este to Tietê Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Jacareíbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus
22h 1m
R$415–550,200
Drive 1,476.9 km
1. Drive from Iguazu Falls to Rio de Janeirocar 1,476.9 km
17h 1m
R$771–1,113
Fly to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Foz Do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)plane IGU - GIG
3h 52m
R$573–2,538
Fly to Jacarepaguá–Roberto Marinho Airport
1. Fly from Foz Do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Jacarepaguá–Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)plane IGU - RRJ
10h 50m
R$1,321–6,028
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Puerto Iguazú to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus Buenos Aires
27h 46m
R$710–1,129
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Foz do Iguaçu to Medianeirabus Maringá / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Medianeira to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus Foz do Iguaçu
28h 33m
R$584–1,093

Foz Do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) flights

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Distance: 1,215.5 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Iguazu Falls, Argentina and Rio de Janeiro (State), Brazil?

LATAM Chile, Gol Transportes Aéreos, and Azul fly from Foz Do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Iguazu Falls to Tiradentes via Terminal de Ómnibus de Ciudad del Este, Tietê Bus Terminal, Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí, Rio De Janeiro, and Rodoviaria in around 22h 1m.

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