How to get from Central to Botafogo by bus?

From Central to Botafogo by bus

Take one direct bus from Central to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region: take the 472 bus from Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral) station to Praia Do Flamengo | Boteco Belmonte (Sentido Botafogo) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is R$5.00. The bus schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Botafogo on the Moovit app.

20minR$5.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 472472
Walk to Botafogo
Leaves from Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 472472
    Wait for bus
    472
    Leme
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Praia Do Flamengo | Boteco Belmonte (Sentido Botafogo)
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to Botafogo
    Walk to
    Botafogo
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Central to Botafogo by metro

Take one direct metro from Central to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region: take the L1, L4 metro from Central station to Largo Do Machado station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is R$5.00. The bus schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Botafogo on the Moovit app.

19minR$5.00
Metro - L1, L4L1, L4
Walk to Botafogo
Leaves from Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Central
  • 2
    Metro - L1, L4L1, L4
    Wait for metro
    L1, L4
    Jardim Oceânico
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Largo Do Machado
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Botafogo
    Walk to
    Botafogo
    470 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central to Botafogo

The distance between Central, Rio de Janeiro Region and Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro Region is approximately 5.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central to Botafogo by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rio de Janeiro Region – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Central to Botafogo

To check the bus schedule from Central to Botafogo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central) and destination (Botafogo), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Central to Botafogo by metro

Take one direct metro from Central to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region: take the L1, L4 metro from Central station to Largo Do Machado station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is R$5.00. The bus schedule from Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Botafogo on the Moovit app.

19minR$5.00
Metro - L1, L4L1, L4
Walk to Botafogo
Leaves from Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Central
  • 2
    Metro - L1, L4L1, L4
    Wait for metro
    L1, L4
    Jardim Oceânico
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Largo Do Machado
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Botafogo
    Walk to
    Botafogo
    470 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central to Botafogo?

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Bus line 472.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central to Botafogo?

    The alternative route takes 19 minutes, using Metro line L1, L4.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central and Botafogo?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Central in Centro to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region in 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central to Botafogo?

    The 472 bus line goes from Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral) station near Central in Centro to Praia Do Flamengo | Boteco Belmonte (Sentido Botafogo) station near Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central to Botafogo by bus?

    The total travel time between Central in Centro and Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region by bus is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central to get to Botafogo?

    Get on the 472 bus from the Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral) stop near Central in Centro.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central and Botafogo?

    Get off the bus at the Praia Do Flamengo | Boteco Belmonte (Sentido Botafogo) stop, which is closest to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region.

  • When is the first bus from Central to Botafogo?

    The first bus from Central in Centro to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region is Triagem - Leme (Brs 2 - Via Central / Rio Sul). It leaves the Campo De Santana (Pista Lateral) stop at 9:02 PM.

  • When is the first metro from Central to Botafogo?

    The first metro from Central in Centro to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro Region is Linha 1 + Linha 4. It leaves the Central station at 2:10 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central to Botafogo?

    The ride from Central to Botafogo costs R$5.00.

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