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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais 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 Minas Gerais?

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

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais?

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 Minas Gerais?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais is 413 km. The road distance is 439 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais 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 Minas Gerais?

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

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

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

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais 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 Minas Gerais bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais?

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Where can I stay near Minas Gerais?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Minas Gerais.

Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Minas Gerais 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 Minas Gerais, 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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