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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis is to subway which costs R$ 8 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis is to drive which takes 33 min and costs R$ 16 - R$ 24.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from BRS 2,4: Central and arriving at Frederico Edelweiss. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Rio de Janeiro and Nilópolis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central do Brasil and arriving at Nilópolis. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Nilópolis is 30 km. The road distance is 31 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis without a car is to line 399 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs R$ 12 - R$ 24.

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

The line 399 bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Frederico Edelweiss takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis bus services, operated by Internorte, depart from BRS 2,4: Central station.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis train from?

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis train services, operated by Supervia, depart from Central do Brasil station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis bus services, operated by Internorte, arrive at Frederico Edelweiss station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis train arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis train services, operated by Supervia, arrive at Nilópolis station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis is 31 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis.

Where can I stay near Nilópolis?

There are 222+ hotels available in Nilópolis.

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis - 4 ways to travel via line 399 bus, subway

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

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Line 399 bus
best
1. Take the bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Frederico Edelweissbus 399 / ...
1h 7m
R$12–24
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Central do Brasil to Nilópolissubway Japeri
1h 13m
R$8
Drive 31 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópoliscar 31 km
33 min
R$17–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolistaxi 31 km
33 min
R$160–200

Rio de Janeiro to Nilópolis by bus

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.2 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Internorte operates a bus from BRS 2,4: Central to Frederico Edelweiss every 20 minutes. Tickets cost R$4–24 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, Supervia operates a subway from Central do Brasil to Nilópolis every 15 minutes. Tickets cost R$8 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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