Bus Tickets from São Paulo to Fortaleza

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from US$136
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 3 at
    Departure city: São Paulo
    Departure location: Terminal Tietê
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Fortaleza
    Destination location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Operated by: Cometa + Gontijo
    Cometa + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 3 at
    Departure city: São Paulo
    Departure location: Terminal Tietê
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Fortaleza
    Destination location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Operated by: Cometa + Gontijo
    Cometa + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 3 at
    Departure city: São Paulo
    Departure location: Terminal Tietê
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: Fortaleza
    Destination location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Operated by: Expresso GuanabaraExpresso Guanabara
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 3 at
    Departure city: São Paulo
    Departure location: Terminal Tietê
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Fortaleza
    Destination location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Operated by: Cometa + Gontijo
    Cometa + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 3 at
    Departure city: São Paulo
    Departure location: Terminal Tietê
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Fortaleza
    Destination location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Operated by: GontijoGontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus São Paulo to Fortaleza: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$148
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 17h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance2363 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

São Paulo to Fortaleza Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip São Paulo - Fortaleza

  1. How long is the bus ride from São Paulo to Fortaleza?

    The typical travel time from São Paulo to Fortaleza by bus is around 2d 17h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Fortaleza in 2d 7h

  2. How far is São Paulo from Fortaleza?

    The distance between São Paulo and Fortaleza is approximately 2373 km (1472 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from São Paulo to Fortaleza?

    Buses departing from Barra Funda in São Paulo will take you to JOAO THOME in Fortaleza.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from São Paulo to Fortaleza?

    The least expensive option to go from São Paulo to Fortaleza would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$124, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from São Paulo to Fortaleza?

    You can expect to pay around US$148 for the bus ride from São Paulo to Fortaleza.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from São Paulo to Fortaleza?

    Yes! If you're heading from São Paulo to Fortaleza, you'll find buses departing until 11:45pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-31
US$129
06-01
US$144
Today
US$143
06-03
US$156
06-04
US$138
06-05
US$135
06-06
US$135
06-07
US$150
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to Fortaleza was searched and found on May 31, 2025 with a price of US$129

To 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 US$129 to US$156 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 US$135 which is on 2025-06-06.

Usually GONTIJO will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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