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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Imbituba, SC | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Imbituba, SC | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Imbituba, SC | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:31 PM -03.
Get from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba
The journey takes about 23 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 274,613, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Imbituba?
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
Stops in Imbituba
- AAv. Santa Catarina, 918 - Paes Leme, Imbituba - SC, 88780-000, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba 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 Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba start from COP 274,613. The average price for this route is around COP 344,341. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 808 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by JBL Turismo.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Itapemirim, JBL Turismo.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba generates an estimated 20.191599999999998 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 Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Itapemirim, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 227 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Itapemirim has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Itapemirim, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itapemirim, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of COP 205,250To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from COP 205,250 to COP 685,622 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Imbituba based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 205,250 which is on 2026-04-26.
