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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário Norte de Nova Friburgo | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário Sul de Nova Friburgo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário Norte de Nova Friburgo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário Norte de Nova Friburgo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário Norte de Nova Friburgo | No tags |
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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo
The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
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
Stops in Nova Friburgo
- A
Terminal Rodoviário Norte de Nova Friburgo
Praça Feliciano Costa, s/n - Duas Pedras , Nova Friburgo - RJ, 28633-000 - B
Terminal Rodoviário Sul de Nova Friburgo
Av. Vereador José Martins da Costa 163 - Ponte da Saudade - Nova Friburgo - RJ
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo start from $13. The average price for this route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 62 miles (100 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Autoviação 1001.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Autoviação 1001, Viacao Teresopolis.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo at 3:37am. And the latest bus departs at 10:09pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viacao Teresopolis, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Viacao Teresopolis has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Viacao Teresopolis, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viacao Teresopolis, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 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 Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $18 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-01.
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