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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island is to ferry which costs R$ 5 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs R$ 110 - R$ 150.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Governador Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from BRS 4,5: Tomé de Sousa and arriving at Colégio Cenecista Capitão Lemos Cunha. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Governador Island is 19 km. The road distance is 22 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island without a car is to line 324 bus which takes 47 min and costs R$ 7 - R$ 15.

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

The line 324 bus from BRS 4,5: Tomé de Sousa to Colégio Cenecista Capitão Lemos Cunha takes 47 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island bus services, operated by Internorte, depart from BRS 4,5: Tomé de Sousa station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island bus services, operated by Internorte, arrive at Colégio Cenecista Capitão Lemos Cunha station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island is 22 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island.

Where can I stay near Governador Island?

There are 8866+ hotels available in Governador Island.

Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island - 5 ways to travel via line 324 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island by bus, ferry, taxi, car, or foot

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Line 324 bus
best
1. Take the bus from BRS 4,5: Tomé de Sousa to Colégio Cenecista Capitão Lemos Cunhabus 2343 / ...
47 min
R$7–15
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Praça XV to Cocotáferry
50 min
R$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rio de Janeiro to Cacuiataxi 22 km
21 min
R$110–150
Drive 22 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Cacuiacar 22 km
21 min
R$12–17
Walk
1. Take the walk from Rio de Janeiro to Governador Islandwalk 15.5 km
1h 42m

Rio de Janeiro to Governador Island by bus

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Distance: 18.6 km
Duration: 47 min

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

Internorte operates a bus from BRS 4,5: Tomé de Sousa to Colégio Cenecista Capitão Lemos Cunha every 5 minutes. Tickets cost R$7–22 and the journey takes 47 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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