How long does it take from São Cristóvão to Largo do Machado by metro?

The journey from São Cristóvão to Largo do Machado takes approximately 25 minutes by Rio de Janeiro Metro, covering 9.53 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from São Cristóvão to Largo do Machado?

The token fare from São Cristóvão to Largo do Machado 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 Largo do Machado?

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 Largo do Machado?

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

How many stops from São Cristóvão to Largo do Machado?

There are 6 stops between São Cristóvão and Largo do Machado on the Linha 2 (Verde). The stations are: São Cristóvão, Estácio, Central, Cinelândia.

São Cristóvão To Largo do Machado

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

interchange Cinelândia — 5 min

Platform 1 · Linha 1 (Laranja) ·Platform 1 Towards General Osório

+5 min

Cinelândia

Platform 1·underground·Linha 1 (Laranja)Towards General Osório

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

Glória

+2.94 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Catete

+5.86 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Largo do Machado

Arrive Platform 1·underground4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
São Cristóvão	05:00	23:00	Towards Botafogo
Largo do Machado	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

1.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.59 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

R$6.5

Bike

R$68

Auto

R$144

Cab

R$260

Estimates for 9.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

UruguaiGeneral Osório

Linha 2 (Verde)

PavunaBotafogo

Linha 2 (Verde)

General OsórioJardim Oceânico

Linha 2 (Verde)

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

Largo do Machado

underground

Largo do Machado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines