How to get from Botafogo to Petrópolis by bus?

From Botafogo to Petrópolis by bus

To get from Botafogo to Petrópolis in Rio de Janeiro Region, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 785D bus from BRS 1 I - Nelson Mandela station to Rodoviária Novo Rio / Setor De Desembarque station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIRO bus and finally take the 180 bus from Rodoviária Do Bingen - Linhas Urbanas station to Rua Washington Luís 1231 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The bus schedule from Botafogo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Petrópolis on the Moovit app.

101min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 785D785D
Bus - PETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIROPETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIRO
Bus - 180180
Leaves from BRS 1 I - Nelson Mandela

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    BRS 1 I - Nelson Mandela
    80 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 785D785D
    Wait for bus
    785D
    Charitas
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rodoviária Novo Rio / Setor De Desembarque
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rodoviária Do Rio
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - PETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIROPETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIRO
    Wait for bus
    PETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIRO
    Petrópolis
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rodoviária De Petrópolis - Terminal Governador Leonel Brizola
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rodoviária Do Bingen - Linhas Urbanas
    140 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 180180
    Wait for bus
    180
    Rodoviária ↔ Centro (Circular)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Rua Washington Luís 1231
    Ride to bus station
    Rua Washington Luís 1231
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Botafogo to Petrópolis

The distance between Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro Region and Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro Region is approximately 75.75 km, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Botafogo to Petrópolis 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 Botafogo to Petrópolis

To check the bus schedule from Botafogo to Petrópolis using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Botafogo) and destination (Petrópolis), 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line 785D, Bus line PETRÓPOLIS - RIO DE JANEIRO, Bus line 180.

  • Is there a direct bus between Botafogo and Petrópolis?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Botafogo to Petrópolis?

    The 785D bus line goes from BRS 1 I - Nelson Mandela station near Botafogo in Botafogo to Rodoviária Novo Rio / Setor De Desembarque station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Rodoviária Novo Rio / Setor De Desembarque station near Petrópolis in Rio de Janeiro Region.

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

    The total travel time between Botafogo in Botafogo and Petrópolis in Rio de Janeiro Region by bus is about 1 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the 785D bus from the BRS 1 I - Nelson Mandela stop near Botafogo in Botafogo.

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

    Get off the bus at the Rodoviária Novo Rio / Setor De Desembarque stop, which is closest to Petrópolis in Rio de Janeiro Region.

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