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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Novo Rio | Cheapest | ||||
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Novo Rio | Fastest | ||||
Viação Progresso + Gontijo | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Aguia Branca | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário | Novo Rio | No tags |
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Get from Recife to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Recife and Rio de Janeiro?
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 Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Recife 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro start from $113. The average price for this route is around $199. 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 Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus travel time from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1869 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Gontijo.
Which bus companies service the Recife to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, Itapemirim, BUSX, Progresso Recife, Expresso Guanabara, Real Alagoas, Expresso São Luiz.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Recife to Rio de Janeiro at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 47 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 Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expresso Guanabara has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
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 Rio de Janeiro?
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 Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $157To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $157 to $291 for a bus ticket from Recife to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2025-12-15.
