
While getting from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City, you have several transportation options that you can consider: bus, bus and metro combination, taxi, or the private car service provided by AirportTransfer.com for the most convenient and comfortable travel experience.
About the Airport
Official Name: Galeão–Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
Location: Baia de Guanabara, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Airport Facilities: Wi-Fi, lounges, lockers, mobile charging points, nearby hotels, 24-hour food options, and more.
So, how do you get from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City?
Bus from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
Route: Bus line 915. Journey Time: 45 minutes.Key Point: The bus line departs from outside the terminals and reaches Rubens Vaz. After getting there, you will have to transfer to another bus (bus lines 324, 328, 355, 399) to arrive at the centre of Rio.Note: Transfers between buses can be challenging with too much luggage.
Bus Fare from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
The bus fare from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City for the total journey will cost you around €1.5.
Metro from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
Route: L2 metro (Botafogo direction). Journey time: 60 minutes.Key Point: From the airport, you can take the BRT Express TransCarioca line to the Vincente de Carvalho metro station. There, you will transfer to the L2 metro, which arrives at the Presidente Vargas station.Note: Transfers between vehicles can be tiring after a flight and challenging if you carry too much luggage.
Metro Fare from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
The metro fare from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City for the total journey is approximately €3.
Taxi from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
Journey Time: 22 minutes. Note: You may face communication issues if your local taxi driver does not speak English.
Taxi Fare from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
Taxi fares from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City may range from €20 to €27.

Private Transfers from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City
- Price: €26.27
- Distance: 16.06 kilometres
- Journey Time: 20 minutes
- Key Point: Thanks to AirportTransfer.com’s private transfer services, you can have a seamless, comfortable, and transparent transfer from Rio de Janeiro Airport to City without hidden fees and unexpected changes.
As AirportTransfer.com we aim to provide a customizable travel experience and demonstrate our modern approach to the travel industry. With our skilled, professional and English-speaking drivers, our dedicated and helpful team, and the policies that prioritize customers' contentment, we are more than excited to welcome international customers every single day. Book your private car service to take advantage of the benefits of a stress-free ride to your destination!
Easy Online Booking
To save your valuable time, booking your transfer service in advance is a good idea. The booking process is very easy on AT’s website. You can input your pick-up and drop-off points to scroll through available vehicles and finish the booking process with your credit card, PayPal, or Apple Pay under secure payment. For a more convenient booking process, you can use the AT Customer App. You can download it for Apple or Google Play Store.
Wide Range of Vehicles
Because we aim to allow customers to personalize their travel plans, you will see that you can choose a car to your liking from many types of vehicles, including Sedans and Limousines, electric cars and minivans, and you can also make special additions like a child's seat to guarantee a safe and comfortable trip for you and your family members.
English-Speaking Drivers
Our drivers are professionals who speak proficient English and prioritize punctuality.
24/7 Customer Support
The customer support of AT is available 24/7 to assist you with your inquiries. Do not hesitate to contact us when you need answers to your questions!
Customer-Friendly
Ensuring the ultimate customer satisfaction is what we prioritize at AirportTransfer.com and we embrace a customer-oriented approach to align our policies with this goal. Take advantage of our free cancellation for up to 48 hours and 100% refund policies to have a better experience.
Group Bus Transfers at Rio de Janeiro Airport
AT now offers budget-friendly Rio de Janeiro Airport coach transfers for travel agencies. Contact Us if you have any inquiries about your group travel reservations.
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