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TodayApr 28
from $47
TomorrowApr 29
from $41
TueApr 30
from $44
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ouro Preto
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ouro Preto
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ÚtilÚtil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $47
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ouro Preto
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ouro Preto
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ÚtilÚtil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $53
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ouro Preto
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ouro Preto
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ÚtilÚtil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $70
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Ouro Preto
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ouro Preto
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ÚtilÚtil
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $58
Bus Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36
Average bus trip duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:00 AM
Distance175 miles (282 km)
Latest bus departure9:30 PM

Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures10:00AM - 9:30PM
Minimum Price$16
Average Ticket Price$36
Minimum Trip Duration7h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h50m
Distance175 miles (282 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteUtil
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ouro Preto - Rio de Janeiro

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Rio de Janeiro without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro takes around 7h 50m, but you can get there in as little as 7h 50m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 175 miles (281 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Ouro Preto and Rio de Janeiro is 175 miles (281 km).

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by Util. The number of buses operating from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 10:00 AM and 9:30 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro start their journey at Terminal Rodoviário de Ouro Preto and wind up at Novo Rio. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $18.

You can expect to pay around $36 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $18 and $102, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Favelas, The Beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Teatro Municipal, Sitio Roberto Burle Marx and Christ the Redeemer.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Ouro Preto and Rio de Janeiro!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Ouro Preto to Rio de Janeiro will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto

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