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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado is to bus which costs $250 - $700 and takes 3 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 9h 55m and costs $320 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Maldonado?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Puerto Maldonado. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Maldonado is 2986 km. The road distance is 4099.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado without a car is to bus via Cuiabá which takes 2 days 9h and costs $380 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado, including transfers.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by UTIL, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado is to fly which takes 9h 55m and costs $320 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Cuiabá, which costs $380 - $650 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado bus services, operated by UTIL, arrive at Rodoviária de Rondonópolis station.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Maldonado?

Puerto Maldonado is 2h behind Rio de Janeiro. It is currently 6:21 AM in Rio de Janeiro and 4:21 AM in Puerto Maldonado.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado is 4099 km. It takes approximately 2 days 8h to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado.

Where can I stay near Puerto Maldonado?

There are 59+ hotels available in Puerto Maldonado.

Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonado by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane SDU - PEM
9h 55m
$321–783
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Puerto Maldonadobus Rio de Janeiro
3d 6h
$250–700
Bus via Cuiabá
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Rondonópolisbus
2. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Rondonópolis to Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviáriobus
3. Take the bus from Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário to Puerto Maldonadobus
2d 9h
$383–623
Drive 4,099.2 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Puerto Maldonadocar 4,099.2 km
2d 8h
$617–890
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)plane GIG - PEM
11h 17m
$295–907

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) flights

45Weekly Planes

14h 42mAverage Duration

$317Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,986 km
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Puerto Maldonado, Peru?

LATAM Chile and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Puerto Maldonado via Rodoviária de Rondonópolis and Cuiabá, Terminal Rodoviário in around 2d 9h.

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