How long does it take from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo by metro?

The journey from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo takes approximately 27 minutes by Rio de Janeiro Metro, covering 8.2 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo?

The token fare from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo 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 Francisco Xavier for Flamengo?

At São Francisco Xavier, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards General Osório. Look for the electronic board showing "General Osório".

What is the last train from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo?

The last train from São Francisco Xavier towards General Osório departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Flamengo back towards São Francisco Xavier departs at 00:00.

How many stops from São Francisco Xavier to Flamengo?

There are 5 stops between São Francisco Xavier and Flamengo on the Linha 1 (Laranja). The stations are: São Francisco Xavier, Estácio.

São Francisco Xavier To Flamengo

ShortestShortest Route

São Francisco Xavier

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

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

Estácio

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.33 km

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

interchange Estácio — 5 min

Platform 1 · Linha 2 (Verde) ·Platform 3 Towards Pavuna

+5 min

Estácio

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Linha 2 (Verde)Towards Pavuna

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

Central

orange interchange

+3.86 min

3.86 min · 1.85 km

Cinelândia

+7.71 min

3.85 min · 1.84 km

Botafogo

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.54 km

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

interchange Botafogo — 5 min

Platform 3 · Linha 1 (Laranja) ·Platform 1 Towards Uruguai

+5 min

Botafogo

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Linha 1 (Laranja)Towards Uruguai

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

Flamengo

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.33 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

8.2 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
São Francisco Xavier	05:00	23:00	Towards General Osório
Flamengo	05:00	23:00	Towards São Francisco Xavier

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

1.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~33 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

R$6.5

Bike

R$60

Auto

R$128

Cab

R$230

Estimates for 8.2 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

UruguaiGeneral Osório

Linha 1 (Laranja)

PavunaBotafogo

Linha 1 (Laranja)

General OsórioJardim Oceânico

Linha 1 (Laranja)

Departure station

São Francisco Xavier

underground

São Francisco Xavier, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Flamengo

underground

Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines