Bonde de Santa Teresa Carioca to Largo do Guimarães

Carioca to Largo do Guimarães runs from Estação Carioca to Largo do Guimarães and has 4 cataloged stops. Current published operating section. Check same-day branch status.

The system dates to 1877 and was electrified in the 1890s. The present route crosses the old Carioca Aqueduct, then climbs through Santa Teresa on street track. Branch restoration has continued in stages. The present route opened through those stages.

Riding the line

Tickets are sold at Estação Carioca, with limited sales at Curvelo when capacity allows. The operator currently accepts cash and debit or credit cards.

Current rolling stock and ride conditions: Open-sided yellow trams run at street speed. Capacity is 32 passengers, and departures can sell out before the published closing time.

Estação Carioca is marked as an interchange in the network data. Estação Carioca is near the Carioca metro area, but it is not inside the metro station. The tram gives access to Curvelo and Largo do Guimarães, with longer branches operating only when the same-day notice confirms them.

Accessibility: The heritage cars and street platforms are difficult for many wheelchair users. Boarding also involves steps and narrow openings.

The published branch and endpoint can change with works or testing. Check the live status on the official page before crossing downtown for a specific departure.

Check Bonde de Santa Teresa for the current timetable and operating notices.