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How to get from Penha to Vargem Grande by bus?

From Penha to Vargem Grande by bus

To get from Penha to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 42 bus from Pastor José Santos station to Madureira (Manaceia) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 41 bus and finally take the 18 bus from Salvador Allende station to Pontal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min.

78min
Walk to bus stationBus - 42
42
Bus - 41
41
Bus - 18
18
Walk to Vargem Grande
Leaves from Pastor José Santos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pastor José Santos
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Manaceia (Parador)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madureira (Manaceia)
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madureira (Terminal Paulo Da Portela)
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Terminal Recreio (Expresso)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Do Recreio
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Salvador Allende
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Pontal
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pontal
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Vargem Grande
    Walk to
    Vargem Grande
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Penha to Vargem Grande by bus via 42, 40 and 2803

To get from Penha to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 42 bus from Pastor José Santos station to Madureira (Manaceia) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 40 bus and finally take the 2803 bus from Av. Ayrton Senna | Aerotown | Via Parque station to BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Walk to bus stationBus - 42
42
Bus - 40
40
Bus - 28032803
Leaves from Pastor José Santos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pastor José Santos
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Manaceia (Parador)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madureira (Manaceia)
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madureira (Terminal Paulo Da Portela)
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Alvorada (Expresso)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Via Parque
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Av. Ayrton Senna | Aerotown | Via Parque
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 28032803
    Wait for bus
    2803
    Vila Kennedy (Via Ayrton Senna)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel)
    Ride to bus station
    BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel)
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Penha to Vargem Grande

The distance between Penha, Rio de Janeiro Region and Vargem Grande, Rio de Janeiro Region is approximately 36.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Penha to Vargem Grande by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rio de Janeiro Region – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Penha

Penha is located at Penha, Rio de Janeiro Region and the nearest public transit station is Rua Indígena, 54.

Train stations close to Penha:

  • Penha
  • Penha Circular

Bus stations close to Penha:

  • Rua Indígena, 54
  • Rua Delfina Enes, 37
  • Rua Delfina Enes 55 - Penha Rio De Janeiro

Funicular stations close to Penha:

  • Vila Cruzeiro - Largo Da Penha
  • Estação 2
  • Estação 3

Public transit stations close to Vargem Grande, Rio de Janeiro Region

Vargem Grande is located at Vargem Grande, Rio de Janeiro Region and the nearest public transit station is Estrada Dos Bandeirantes, 29800-29976.

Bus stations close to Vargem Grande:

  • Estrada Dos Bandeirantes, 29800-29976
  • Pontal
  • BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Recreio)

Alternative route from Penha to Vargem Grande by bus via 42, 40 and 2803

To get from Penha to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 42 bus from Pastor José Santos station to Madureira (Manaceia) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 40 bus and finally take the 2803 bus from Av. Ayrton Senna | Aerotown | Via Parque station to BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Walk to bus stationBus - 42
42
Bus - 40
40
Bus - 28032803
Leaves from Pastor José Santos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pastor José Santos
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Manaceia (Parador)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madureira (Manaceia)
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madureira (Terminal Paulo Da Portela)
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Alvorada (Expresso)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Via Parque
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Av. Ayrton Senna | Aerotown | Via Parque
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 28032803
    Wait for bus
    2803
    Vila Kennedy (Via Ayrton Senna)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel)
    Ride to bus station
    BRT Pontal | Amoedo Recreio (Sentido Túnel)
    28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Penha to Vargem Grande?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 42, Bus line 41, Bus line 18.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Penha to Vargem Grande?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 42, Bus line 40, Bus line 2803.

  • Is there a direct bus between Penha and Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Penha to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region?

    The 42 bus line goes from Pastor José Santos station near Penha to Manaceia (Parador) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Manaceia (Parador) station near Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region.

  • How long does it take to travel from Penha to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region by bus?

    The total travel time between Penha and Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region by bus is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Penha to get to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region?

    Get on the 42 bus from the Pastor José Santos stop near Penha in Rio de Janeiro Region.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Penha and Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region?

    Get off the bus at the Manaceia (Parador) stop, which is closest to Vargem Grande in Rio de Janeiro Region.