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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rodoviária do Tietê | Rodoviária de Fortaleza | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:36 PM -03.
Get from São Paulo to Fortaleza
The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in São Paulo and Fortaleza?
Stops in São Paulo
- ATerminal Rodoviário da Barra Funda, Avenida Auro Soares de Moura Andrade, 664 - Barra Funda, São Paulo - SP, 01156-001, Brazil
- CTerminal Intermunicipal do Jabaquara, Rua dos Jequitibás, 80 - Jabaquara, São Paulo - SP, 04321-090
- D
Praça do Patriarca
Praça do Patriarca 78, Centro, São Paulo - SP, Brazil - E
São Paulo
São Paulo - F
Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, Avenida Cruzeiro do Sul, , 1800 Santana , 02030-000 São Paulo, SP
Stops in Fortaleza
- AAv. Borges de Melo, 1630 - Fátima, Fortaleza - CE, 60415-762, Brazil
- B
FOR Aeroporto
R. José Vieira, 233 - Aeroporto, Fortaleza - CE, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to Fortaleza 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 São Paulo to Fortaleza?
The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to Fortaleza start from $192. The average price for this route is around $267. 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 São Paulo to Fortaleza?
The average bus travel time from São Paulo to Fortaleza is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 2363 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Itapemirim.
Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Fortaleza route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Satélite Norte, Expresso Guanabara, Gontijo, Cometa, Real Expresso, Expresso Adamantina, VB Transportes, Transportes Santa Maria, ARCA TURISMO, Itapemirim, Rápido Federal, Viação Santa Cruz.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from São Paulo to Fortaleza?
The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Fortaleza at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Fortaleza?
A bus trip from São Paulo to Fortaleza generates an estimated 59 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 São Paulo to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 761 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Fortaleza?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company VB Transportes has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from São Paulo to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 São Paulo to Fortaleza was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $256To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Paulo to Fortaleza, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $256 to $410 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $256 which is on 2025-12-05.
