Bus Tickets from São Carlos (SP) to São José do Rio Preto

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Bus São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:15am
Distance203 km
Latest bus departure11:05pm

São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip São Carlos (SP) - São José do Rio Preto

  1. How long does it take to get to São José do Rio Preto from São Carlos by bus?

    The typical travel time from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto by bus is around 3h 25m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to São José do Rio Preto in about 3h.

  2. What is the distance between São Carlos and São José do Rio Preto?

    The distance covered from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto is 204 km (127 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos, in São Carlos, and end it at Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto, in São José do Rio Preto.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?

    The least expensive way to go from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$19, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?

    The bus fare from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto is approximately US$21.

  6. Is it possible to do a day trip from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?

    Yes! Taking a day trip from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto is very much possible. You'll spend about 6h on the round-trip journey between São Carlos and São José do Rio Preto. Before your trip, be sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have ample time to explore São José do Rio Preto.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$23 for a bus ticket from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-05-26.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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