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| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Bus Terminal of Messejana | Fastest | ||||
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Get from Recife to Fortaleza
The journey takes about 13 hours 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Recife and Fortaleza?
Stops in Recife
- AAv. Pref. Antônio Pereira, 854-898 - Várzea, Recife - PE, Brazil
- B
Torroes Onibus
R. Maestro Jones Johnsson, 1223-1239 - Torrões, Recife - PE, Brazil
Stops in Fortaleza
- A
JOAO THOME
Av. Borges de Melo, 1630 - Fátima, Fortaleza - CE, 60415-762, Brazil - B
FOR Aeroporto
R. José Vieira, 233 - Aeroporto, Fortaleza - CE, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Recife to Fortaleza 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 Recife to Fortaleza?
The cheapest bus tickets from Recife to Fortaleza start from $37. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 Recife to Fortaleza?
The average bus travel time from Recife to Fortaleza is 13h 34m, covering a distance of 620 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by CATEDRAL.
Which bus companies service the Recife to Fortaleza route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, FlixBus, CATEDRAL, Transito Livre Turismo, Progresso Recife, Viação Total, BUSX, Expresso São Luiz, Real Alagoas.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Recife to Fortaleza?
The earliest bus departs from Recife to Fortaleza at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Fortaleza?
A bus trip from Recife to Fortaleza generates an estimated 15 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 Recife to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Real Alagoas, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Fortaleza?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Recife to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Real Alagoas, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Recife to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara, 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.
The cheapest trip from Recife to Fortaleza was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Recife to Fortaleza, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $166 for a bus ticket from Recife to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-02-13.
Usually CATEDRAL will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
