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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte is to bus which costs R$ 90 - R$ 600 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs R$ 550 - R$ 2800.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Rodoviária de Belo Horizonte. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte is 413 km. The road distance is 439 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs R$ 90 - R$ 600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte, including transfers.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte bus services, operated by Viação Cometa, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs R$ 550 - R$ 2800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 90 - R$ 600 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte bus services, operated by Viação Cometa, arrive at Rodoviária de Belo Horizonte station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte is 439 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte?

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Where can I stay near Belo Horizonte?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Belo Horizonte.

Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizonte by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF)plane SDU - CNF
2h 8m
R$566–2,802
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Belo Horizontebus Rio de Janeiro
7h 30m
R$90–600
Drive 439 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Belo Horizontecar 439 km
5h 42m
R$230–333
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF)plane GIG - CNF
3h 45m
R$657–2,797

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF) flights

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1h 1mAverage Duration

R$310Cheapest Price

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Distance: 412.6 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Azul flies from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Viação Cometa operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Belo Horizonte every 30 minutes. Tickets cost R$200–550 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.

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