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Rio de Janeiro to Pindamonhangaba by bus

Pindamonhangaba lies 233 km (145 mi) west of Rio de Janeiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 26 min including stops, over roughly 285 km (177 mi) of road.

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Rio de JaneiroPindamonhangaba
CountryBrazilBrazil
Population6.7 million172,681
Elevation12 m (39 ft)562 m (1,844 ft)
Time nowUTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo)UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo)
Postal codes20000-00012400-000

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Common questions

How far is Pindamonhangaba from Rio de Janeiro?

233 km (145 mi) in a straight line, west of Rio de Janeiro; by road roughly 285 km (177 mi).

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Pindamonhangaba by bus?

About 4 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Pindamonhangaba?

No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.

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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.