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

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha is to bus which costs R$ 4 - R$ 24 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs R$ 70 - R$ 85.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from BRS 1,2,3,4,5,I: Uruguaiana and arriving at Mercado Popular da Rocinha. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Rio de Janeiro and Rocinha?

No, there is no direct train from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha. However, there are services departing from Carioca and arriving at São Conrado via General Osorio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Rocinha is 16 km. The road distance is 15.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha without a car is to Metrô Rio which takes 31 min and costs R$ 10 - R$ 13.

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

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha, including transfers.

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

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha bus services, operated by Transcarioca, depart from BRS 1,2,3,4,5,I: Uruguaiana station.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha train from?

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha train services, operated by Metro Rio, depart from Carioca station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha bus services, operated by Transcarioca, arrive at Mercado Popular da Rocinha station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha train arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha train services, operated by Metro Rio, arrive at General Osorio station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha is 16 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha.

Where can I stay near Rocinha?

There are 8819+ hotels available in Rocinha.

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha - 4 ways to travel via Metrô Rio, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha by subway, bus, taxi, 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.

Metrô Rio
best
1. Take the subway from Carioca to General OsorioL1
2. Take the subway from General Osorio to São ConradoL4
31 min
R$10–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from BRS 1,2,3,4,5,I: Uruguaiana to Mercado Popular da RocinhaSn309 / ...
37 min
R$4–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha15.5 km
15 min
R$70–85
Drive 15.5 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha15.5 km
15 min
R$9–13

Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha by bus

2513Weekly Buses

37 minAverage Duration

R$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rio de Janeiro to Rocinha.

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Distance: 15.8 km
Duration: 31 min

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

You can take a subway from Carioca to São Conrado via General Osorio in around 31 min. Alternatively, Transcarioca operates a bus from BRS 1,2,3,4,5,I: Uruguaiana to Mercado Popular da Rocinha every 10 minutes. Tickets cost R$5 and the journey takes 37 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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