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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem is to bus which costs R$ 100 - R$ 280 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem is to fly and line 1 Metro which takes 2h 31m and costs R$ 470 - R$ 2500.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Contagem?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem. However, there are services departing from Rio de Janeiro and arriving at Rua Chopoto 497 via Avenida Amazonas 478. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Contagem is 424 km. The road distance is 443 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem without a car is to bus which takes 7h 53m and costs R$ 100 - R$ 280.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem, including transfers.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Contagem bus services, operated by Guanabara, depart from Rio de Janeiro station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Contagem bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Contagem bus services, operated by Guanabara, arrive at Belo Horizonte station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Contagem is 443 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem.

Where can I stay near Contagem?

There are 978+ hotels available in Contagem.

Rio de Janeiro to Contagem - 6 ways to travel via plane, line 1 Metro, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Santos Dumont Airport, line 1 Metro
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF)SDU - CNF
2. Take the train from Lagoinha to Eldorado
2h 31m
R$475–2,428
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Belo HorizonteBelo Horizonte
7h 53m
R$100–271
Drive 443 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Contagem443 km
5h 25m
R$238–344
Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport, line 1 Metro
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF)GIG - CNF
2. Take the train from Lagoinha to Eldorado
4h 10m
R$447–1,807
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Belo HorizonteRio de Janeiro
7h 53m
R$123–339
Bus via Rio de Janeiro
1. Take the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Belo HorizonteRio de Janeiro / ...
8h 32m
R$165–988

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Belo Horizonte Confins (CNF) flights

34Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

R$226Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 424.1 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Contagem, Brazil?

UTIL operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Belo Horizonte every 3 hours. Tickets cost R$95–250 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines