How long does it take from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia by metro?

The journey from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia takes approximately 12 minutes by Rio de Janeiro Metro, covering 5.53 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia?

The token fare from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia is R$6.5. With a smart card the fare is R$6.5 (save R$0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's R$6.5.

Which platform at São Cristóvão for Cinelândia?

At São Cristóvão, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Botafogo. Look for the electronic board showing "Botafogo".

What is the last train from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia?

The last train from São Cristóvão towards Botafogo departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Cinelândia back towards São Cristóvão departs at 23:00.

How many stops from São Cristóvão to Cinelândia?

There are 3 stops between São Cristóvão and Cinelândia on the Linha 2 (Verde). The stations are: São Cristóvão, Estácio, Central, Cinelândia.

São Cristóvão To Cinelândia

ShortestShortest Route

São Cristóvão

Platform 1·underground·Linha 2 (Verde)Towards Botafogo

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Estácio

orange interchange

+3.85 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Central

orange interchange

+7.71 min

3.86 min · 1.85 km

Cinelândia

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.53 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

5.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
São Cristóvão	05:00	23:00	Towards Botafogo
Cinelândia	05:00	23:00	Towards São Cristóvão

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

R$6.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

R$6.5

Save R$0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

R$6.5

Save R$0 per ride

Use your Rio de Janeiro Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.34 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~22 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

R$6.5

Bike

R$44

Auto

R$96

Cab

R$172

Estimates for 5.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

São Cristóvão

underground

São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Cinelândia

underground

Cinelândia, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines