What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador is to bus which costs R$ 4 - R$ 7 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs R$ 65 - R$ 80.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Praia do Arpoador?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário Menezes Cortes :: Plat. B and arriving at Teixeira de Melo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Rio de Janeiro and Praia do Arpoador?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carioca and arriving at General Osorio. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Praia do Arpoador is 10 km. The road distance is 12 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador without a car is to Metrô Rio which takes 18 min and costs R$ 7 - R$ 9.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador?

The Metrô Rio from Carioca to General Osorio takes 18 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador bus services, operated by Santa Cruz, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Menezes Cortes :: Plat. B station.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador train services, operated by Metro Rio, depart from Carioca station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador bus services, operated by Santa Cruz, arrive at Teixeira de Melo station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador train arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador train services, operated by Metro Rio, arrive at General Osorio station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador is 12 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador.

Where can I stay near Praia do Arpoador?

There are 10214+ hotels available in Praia do Arpoador.

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador - 4 ways to travel via Metrô Rio, and bus

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

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Metrô Rio
best
1. Take the subway from Carioca to General Osoriosubway L1
18 min
R$7–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Menezes Cortes :: Plat. B to Teixeira de Melobus 2334 / ...
26 min
R$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoadortaxi 12 km
12 min
R$65–80
Drive 12 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoadorcar 12 km
12 min
R$7–9

Rio de Janeiro to Praia do Arpoador by bus

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Praia do Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

Metro Rio operates a subway from Carioca to General Osorio every 5 minutes. Tickets cost R$7–9 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Santa Cruz operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Menezes Cortes :: Plat. B to Teixeira de Melo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost R$9–14 and the journey takes 26 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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