Private car transfer
from Armacao dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
in 2 h 40 min
per seat
car
Trip Information
Pick-up
Your driver will meet you at your address in Armacao dos Buzios.
- Door-to-door service
- Help with your luggage
Trip
You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 40 min.
- Optional sight-seeing
- Clean, comfortable car
- Professional driver
- Bottled water
- Child seats
- Prepared for handicapped
- Smoke-free
- Pet friendly
Drop-off
Your driver will drop you off at your address in Rio de Janeiro.
- Door-to-door service
- Help with your luggage
- 177 km
- 2 h 40 min
Visit these sights on the way
Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum
Admire amazing views and unique art from this icon of modern architecture. The Art Space(ship)
Overview: car trip from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
The Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro transfer covers the 110-mile (177 km) distance in just 2 hours and 40 minutes, whisking you across the southern coast of Brazil. When you choose a Daytrip private car service for the journey, you get door-to-door service, with customizable pickup and dropoff locations right at your accommodation in either city.
The private driving transfer also enables you to stop along the way for sightseeing in spots you may otherwise overlook during your time in this vibrant country. Consider a simple detour to the Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum, a unique piece of modern architecture that looks akin to a flying saucer set into the hillside. The museum offers incredible views and is home to a vast collection of over 1,200 works of art—the second-largest contemporary art museum in Brazil.
If you prefer a direct transfer, you can rest assured that your friendly Daytrip driver will assist you every step of the way, from helping with your luggage to providing a few local insights en route.
About Rio de Janeiro
After you make your way from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro, you will find yourself in one of the most popular travel destinations in the Southern Hemisphere. Rio is a city unlike any other, with an incredibly vivacious atmosphere and remarkable natural settings, Brazillians know it as “the marvelous city.”
Rio de Janeiro is also known worldwide for its music and dance scene, with samba and bossa nova styles being some of the most popular. Visiting this city is a great opportunity to engage with Brazilian arts and culture, particularly if you are able to be there during the renowned Carnaval season. During this time, the city is transformed into one massive, colorful festival, celebrated as a Catholic tradition leading to Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent.
Brazil's Carnaval has been called “The Greatest Show on Earth,” and experiencing it at its height in Rio de Janeiro is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You can expect dazzling parades with elaborate costumes and performances designed to showcase Brazil's vibrancy. This is thought to be the most visited carnival in the world, with some 2 million visitors traveling to Rio each year just to experience it.
Outside of Carnaval, Rio is known for its stunning tropical surroundings. Home to a diverse range of wildlife and offering visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures, Rio has miles of breathtaking beaches and lushly forested mountains. With miles of breathtaking beaches and lushly forested mountains, it is the perfect gateway to the very best of Brazil’s natural wonders.
From Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro: travel tips
Before embarking on your trip from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro, consider these considerations to ensure a smoother journey.
Carnaval may not be for everyone
While many people are drawn to the extravagance of the Carnaval season in Brazil, participating in this festival in Rio can be quite an intense experience. The crowds in the city during this time are unmatched, and some events can become quite rowdy, making it an amazing but potentially unpredictable or overwhelming travel experience.
While it certainly offers bucket list-level fun for some, keep in mind visiting Rio outside of this season may be preferable for other travelers and will still be the adventure of a lifetime.
Choose a private driving service
The public transportation in this part of Brazil is high quality but can be quite limited in terms of available routes and departure times, so your best bet for a safe and comfortable journey is to use a private driving service such as Daytrip. This allows you to customize your itinerary and work around your schedule, including by accommodating flight times that public transit might not operate during.
How to get from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
You have a few options for your Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro transfer, including both private transportation and public bus routes.
Bus from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
Several commonly used buses travel this route, with slight differences in cost and travel time. The fastest, most direct bus is the route going via Itaborai, which takes 3 hours and 5 minutes and costs $10-14 (€9-€13). Other options include the “1001” bus, which will take 3.5 hours and may only be slightly cheaper at $9-13 (€8-€12) on average. Both buses are direct and do not require transfers en route.
Taxi from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
There are taxis from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro, but they can be quite expensive during peak travel times (averaging around $100-130 (€93-€121) at any time.) The journey will take around 2.5 hours, and travelers should keep in mind that they may be limited to certain pickup and dropoff locations in either city.
Private driving service from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
A private driving service is the most convenient and comfortable transfer option from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro. With Daytrip, your door-to-door trip with a professional, English-speaking local driver takes only 2 hours and 40 minutes and starts at $96 (€90) per passenger.
Things to do when you get to Rio de Janeiro
Once you have made it from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro, you are in a cultural and historical epicenter with bountiful activities for every kind of traveler. Visit one of the world's seven wonders, give surfing a try, or explore the museums and national parks.
See one of the Seven Wonders of the World
Rio de Janeiro is perhaps most famous internationally for being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the incredible statue of Christ the Redeemer. Naturally, this is where your visit to Rio should start, as it also boasts panoramic views of the entire city below and Sugarloaf Mountain across the bay.
Museu do Amanhã
This innovative science museum’s name translates to the “Museum of Tomorrow.” Its focus is on promoting sustainability and exploring how the world around us has changed over time and where we can go from here. This is a great place to learn about the impacts of climate change on the rainforests and presents visitors with a unique perspective on the paths forward.
Tijuca National Park
The Tijuca National Park is home to a massive collection of hiking trails through biodiverse forests, passing a range of thundering waterfalls and caves. Over 3 million people trek through the park each year to witness the many different amphibians and reptiles, tropical bird species, and incredible plants.
Try your hand at surfing
Rio is known for several world-famous surf breaks that offer a great opportunity for beginner surfers to try out the sport. There are several beaches with accessible breaks, including Arpoador Rock on Ipanema. You will be able to find plenty of board rentals and lessons available from the surf shops around both Ipanema and Copacabana, and there are options for stand-up paddle boarding in these areas as well on calmer days.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
Before you travel from Armacao Dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro, be sure to consider the best time of year for your trip. Many people flock to Brazil from June to August, which is essentially the country’s winter season. This season offers cooler temperatures (around 77°F/25°C) balanced by plenty of sunshine.
The best time to visit in order to beat the hottest days in December and January (around 87°F/30.5°C) while also avoiding the crowds may be in the autumn shoulder season, September through November. You are still likely to see lots of sunshine, but crowds should be lower, and the heat and humidity will be considerably more manageable.
Of course, to experience Carnaval, your visit should be in February.
The Daytrip driver advantage
Local knowledge about the route from Armacao dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
Including available sights:English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.
World-class customer support
- Available 24/7
- Close relationship with drivers
- Experts on the route from Armacao dos Buzios to Rio de Janeiro
Flexible cancellation policy
- Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
- Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!
Good to know
Children
If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!
Pets
Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.
Tips
Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).
Luggage
- Big luggage
- 29x21x11 inches
- 74x53x28 cm
- Small luggage
- 22x14x9 inches
- 56x36x23 cm
Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.
Payment methods
Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!
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