How much is the bus ticket from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest coach tickets from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro start from £6. The average price for this route is around £7. 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 Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

The average bus journey time from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 26 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by Facil .

Which bus companies service the Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day, including services from UNICA , Facil , Viacao Teresopolis .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus departs from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

A bus journey from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Facil , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viacao Teresopolis has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Facil , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Facil , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:45	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	23:55	Novo Rio	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h	06:15	Cidade Universitária	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	55m	07:30	Cidade Universitária	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	05:50	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	05:25	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 30m	06:55	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	06:15	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	07:25	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 15m	07:45	Cidade Universitária	Cheapest
Bus	05:00	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
Bus	06:20	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	07:30	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	10:00	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	11:10	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	07:40	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	08:50	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 15m	07:45	Cidade Universitária	Cheapest
Bus	05:00	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
Bus	06:20	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	07:30	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	07:30	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	08:40	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	08:40	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	09:50	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h	06:15	Cidade Universitária	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	55m	07:30	Cidade Universitária	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	05:50	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	05:25	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 30m	06:55	Novo Rio	No tags
Bus	06:15	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	1h 10m	07:25	Novo Rio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:55 -03.

Get from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

26 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Petrópolis and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in Petrópolis

A
Rodoviária de Petrópolis
Rodovia Washington Luís, Km 82,9 - Fazenda Inglesa, Petrópolis - RJ, 25725-630
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Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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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

UNICA

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

Facil

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Viacao Teresopolis

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Petrópolis 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 Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest coach tickets from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro start from £6. The average price for this route is around £7. 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 Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus journey time from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 26 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by Facil.
Which bus companies service the Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day, including services from UNICA, Facil, Viacao Teresopolis.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus journey from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Facil, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viacao Teresopolis has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Facil, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Facil, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£5

26/11

£5

Today

£5

28/11

£5

29/11

£5

30/11

£5

01/12

£6

02/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £8 for a bus ticket from Petrópolis to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Facil, UNICA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.