What is the distance between São Mateus and Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between São Mateus and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 582 km (361 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro?

Buses departing from São Mateus Onibus in São Mateus will take you to Novo Rio in Rio de Janeiro.

Bus São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:25pm	Rodoviária de São Mateus	11h 55m	6:20am	Novo Rio	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45pm	Rodoviária de São Mateus	11h 55m	6:40am	Novo Rio	No tags

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Get from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

582 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

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Where are the popular stops in São Mateus and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in São Mateus

A - São Mateus Onibus

B - Terminal Sao Mateus - Garden Santa Adelia

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A - Novo Rio

B - Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim

C - Rodoviária

D - Av. Pedro Calmon

Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro by bus

What is the distance between São Mateus and Rio de Janeiro?
The distance between São Mateus and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 582 km (361 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro?
Buses departing from São Mateus Onibus in São Mateus will take you to Novo Rio in Rio de Janeiro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-10

$40

11-11

$62

Today

$54

11-13

$78

11-14

No data

11-15

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11-16

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11-17

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The cheapest trip from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $87 for a bus ticket from São Mateus to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-11-13.