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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Get from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Macaé and Rio de Janeiro?
Stops in Macaé
- ARua Professor Marieta Peixoto, 110 - Centro, Macaé-RJ 27910-250
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
Compare bus companies
Based on 1878 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Autoviação 1001 ticket prices on this trip start at £14
Viação 1001 Macaé Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
Efficient travel within Brazil even for foreign travellers
Joseph C.
Muito bom!
Oleksandr T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest coach tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro start from £14. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus journey time from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 22m and is operated by Autoviação 1001.
Which bus companies service the Macaé to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus journey from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £23 for a bus ticket from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2026-01-18.
