Rio de Janeiro to Chapecó by bus
Chapecó lies 1,058 km (658 mi) south-west of Rio de Janeiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 19 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 1,291 km (802 mi) of road.
| Rio de Janeiro | Chapecó | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 6.7 million | 282,648 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 668 m (2,192 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 20000-000 | 89800-000 |
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Common questions
How far is Chapecó from Rio de Janeiro?
1,058 km (658 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Rio de Janeiro; by road roughly 1,291 km (802 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Chapecó by bus?
About 19 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Chapecó?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.