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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ilhéus
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: GontijoGontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $84
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ilhéus
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação NacionalViação Nacional
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $85
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ilhéus
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by
    Rota Transportes + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $88
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ilhéus
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by
    Rota Transportes + Viação Nacional
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $85
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ilhéus
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by
    Rota Transportes + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $77
Bus Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$60
Average bus trip duration23h 25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:40 AM
Distance621 miles (1001 km)
Latest bus departure12:00 PM

Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:40AM - 12:00PM
Minimum Price$56
Average Ticket Price$60
Minimum Trip Duration23h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration23h25m
Distance621 miles (1001 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGontijo, Viação Nacional
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ilhéus - Rio de Janeiro

The best way to travel from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro is about 23h 25m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 23h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 623 miles (1004 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 623 miles (1004 km).

On average, there are 2 daily departures on this route, offered by Gontijo and Viação Nacional. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro may vary. Simplify your trip from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The first bus leaves at 6:40 AM and the last one leaves at 12:00 PM.

If you're headed to Rio de Janeiro from Ilhéus, chances are that your bus will depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $56.

The average bus ticket price from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro is $60. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $56 and $158, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Sugar Loaf, Favelas, The Beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Mirante Dona Marta and Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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