City in Paraná, Brazil
Getting around Curitiba
How to get around Curitiba
Famous BRT-style express buses cover most of the city, but Uber and 99 are easier for visitors. The center and parks are walkable, and a tourist bus loop covers the sights.
Ways to get around Curitiba
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Uber / 99 | About R$15–30 for 5 km | Cheap and best at night |
| City bus / Ligeirão | About R$6–7 | Tubular stations; pay with the Tarifa card or on board |
| Linha Turismo | About R$50–90 hop-on | Loop bus covering main parks and sights |
Ride-hailing apps in Curitiba
A 5 km ride costs about R$15–30 ($2.9–5.7).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most drivers, reliable at night |
| 99 | Often cheaper; good backup |
| inDrive | Set your own fare; mixed availability |
- Metered taxis exist but cost more than apps. The Rodoferroviária handles intercity buses to Paranaguá and Foz do Iguaçu.
Arriving in Curitiba
Afonso Pena International (CWB)
About 20 km: Uber or 99 about R$60–100, 30–45 min; the Executivo airport bus runs to the center for about R$10–25.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. A valid home licence plus an IDP is accepted for up to 180 days; carry both when driving.
- Onward travel in Brazil: Distances are huge: fly between regions with LATAM, GOL or Azul. Comfortable overnight buses link nearby states; there are almost no long-distance passenger trains.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Curitiba?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, 99, inDrive.
What's the best way to get around Curitiba?
Famous BRT-style express buses cover most of the city, but Uber and 99 are easier for visitors. The center and parks are walkable, and a tourist bus loop covers the sights.
How do I get from the airport to Curitiba?
About 20 km: Uber or 99 about R$60–100, 30–45 min; the Executivo airport bus runs to the center for about R$10–25.
Is Curitiba walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- LATAM Airlines
- GOL
- Azul
- ClickBus (intercity buses)
- Prefeitura de Curitiba
- URBS (Curitiba public transport)
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