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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 | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Itapemirim + Águia Branca | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Itapemirim + Águia Branca | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Rota Transportes + Itapemirim | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags |
Get from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa?
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 João Pessoa
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa
R. Francisco Londres, 144 - Varadouro, João Pessoa - PB, 58010-150
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa 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 João Pessoa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa start from $174. The average price for this route is around $318. 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 João Pessoa?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1968 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Gontijo.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, Itapemirim, BUSX, Autoviação 1001, Viação Rio Doce, Viação Emtram.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa at 1:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa generates an estimated 49 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 João Pessoa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação Rio Doce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Emtram, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $225To 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 João Pessoa, as early as possible.
