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

The cheapest way to get from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro is to ferry which costs R$ 5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs R$ 130 - R$ 160.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário Roberto Silveira and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Niterói and Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Praça Arariboia and arriving at Praça XV. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between Niterói and Rio de Janeiro is 5 km. The road distance is 19.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro without a car is to ferry which takes 22 min and costs R$ 5.

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

The ferry from Praça Arariboia to Praça XV takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Niterói to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by 1001, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Roberto Silveira station.

Where does the Niterói to Rio de Janeiro bus arrive?

Niterói to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by 1001, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Can I drive from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Niterói to Rio de Janeiro is 19 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro.

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro?

There are 9878+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro.

Niterói to Rio de Janeiro - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Praça Arariboia to Praça XVferry
22 min
R$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Roberto Silveira to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus Rio de Janeiro / ...
33 min
R$8–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Niterói to Rio de Janeirotaxi 19.3 km
17 min
R$130–160
Drive 19.3 km
1. Drive from Niterói to Rio de Janeirocar 19.3 km
17 min
R$11–15

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Distance: 5 km
Duration: 22 min

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

Barcas Rio operates a ferry from Praça Arariboia to Praça XV every 20 minutes. Tickets cost R$5 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, 1001 operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Roberto Silveira to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio every 4 hours. Tickets cost R$8–14 and the journey takes 33 min.

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