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Get from São Paulo to Macaé
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in São Paulo and Macaé?
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
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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 Macaé
- ARua Professor Marieta Peixoto, 110 - Centro, Macaé-RJ 27910-250
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to Macaé 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 Macaé?
The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to Macaé start from $37. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Macaé?
The average bus travel time from São Paulo to Macaé is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 512 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 53m and is operated by Expresso União.
Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Macaé route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Expresso União, Itapemirim.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from São Paulo to Macaé?
The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Macaé at 6:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Macaé?
A bus trip from São Paulo to Macaé generates an estimated 13 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 Macaé?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso União, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Macaé?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Itapemirim has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from São Paulo to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso União, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Macaé was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Paulo to Macaé, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $154 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Macaé based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-01-15.
Usually Itapemirim 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.
