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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza is to bus which costs R$ 1000 - R$ 1700 and takes 2 days 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza is to fly which takes 6h and costs R$ 650 - R$ 2400.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé via Anápolis and Goiânia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 31m.

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

The distance between Rio de Janeiro (State) and Fortaleza is 2197 km. The road distance is 2568.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza without a car is to bus via Anápolis which takes 43h 31m and costs R$ 1400 - R$ 2700.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza, including transfers.

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

Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza bus services, operated by Rode Rotas, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza is to fly which takes 6h and costs R$ 650 - R$ 2400. Alternatively, you can bus via Anápolis, which costs R$ 1400 - R$ 2700 and takes 43h 31m.

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

Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza bus services, operated by Rode Rotas, arrive at Rodoviária de Anápolis station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza is 2568 km. It takes approximately 37h 50m to drive from Rio de Janeiro (State) to Fortaleza.

Where can I stay near Fortaleza?

There are 1905+ hotels available in Fortaleza.

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Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR)plane SDU - FOR
6h
R$683–2,322
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
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1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR)plane GIG - FOR
6h 9m
R$664–2,614
Bus via Anápolis
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Anápolisbus
2. Take the bus from Anápolis to Goiâniabus
3. Take the bus from Goiânia to Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomébus
43h 31m
R$1,426–2,615
Drive 2,568.1 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Fortalezacar 2,568.1 km
37h 50m
R$1,347–1,945
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Crateusbus
2. Take the bus from Crateús to Fortalezabus Crateús / ...
2d 8h
R$1,027–1,653

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) flights

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Distance: 2,197 km
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What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro (State), Brazil and Fortaleza, Brazil?

Azul, LATAM Chile, and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tiradentes to Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé via Rodoviaria, Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio, Rodoviária de Anápolis, Anápolis, and Goiânia in around 43h 31m.

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