Customers appreciate the nice drivers and comfortable seats on board. However, there are concerns about delays due to unnecessary stops at restaurants, making the journey longer than expected. Some passengers also faced issues with Wi-Fi connectivity during their trip.
Catarinense Foz do Iguaçu Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
Awful service, drivers did not announce ever how long we were stopping at places, seats uncomfortable, aircon rubbish
1.0 out of 5 stars
Joshgun I.
We arrived more than 5 hours late.
The seats were broken
The Charge plug didn't work
The wifi neither
The toilet was disgusting and didn't work at the begining
1.0 out of 5 stars
Zoé M.
The main complaint is that we arrived in Rio de Janeiro 2 hours later than scheduled. The driver drove in the city along the lane for city express buses to beat the traffic jam, but 200 meters before the bus station the police stopped him and forced him to go back, we lost an hour and a half of time on this, collected all the traffic jams, and arrived at the Novo Rio terminal much later than they could if the driver had not violated the rules. Also, the Wi-Fi on board did not work; it was impossible to connect to the Catarinense network.
Based on 116 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Viação Garcia ticket prices on this trip start at $222
Users have reported a positive experience, highlighting the comfort of the journey even over long distances. The staff received praise for being friendly and helpful, contributing to an enjoyable travel atmosphere. Additionally, passengers appreciated how time seemed to pass quickly during their trips.
Expresso Nordeste Foz do Iguaçu Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
Bus was over 2 hours late to final destination, it seemed to stay longer a some stations for breaks rather than being late for traffic reasons
2.0 out of 5 stars
Lorna J.
Staff was awesome , friendly, nice, caring.. but too many Stops on the way, had 5 Houres delay which is not acceptabel !!!
3.0 out of 5 stars
Katharina D.
There was a thief on the bus who stole my friend my money and passport. Also the bus was 4.5hours late
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro start from $97. The average price for this route is around $144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus travel time from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Catarinense.
Which bus companies service the Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 29.677699999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Garcia, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 116 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expresso Nordeste has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Garcia, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Garcia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09-05
$145
09-06
$145
Today
$154
09-08
$125
09-09
$145
09-10
$111
09-11
$111
09-12
$111
The cheapest trip from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of $111
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $216 for a bus ticket from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2026-09-10.
The cheapest trip from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of $111
