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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Catarinense + Viação Penha | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | Fastest | ||||
Real Expresso + UTIL | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
Catarinense + Viação Penha | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
Real Expresso + UTIL | Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Florianópolis | Novo Rio | No tags |
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Get from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 23 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Florianópolis and Rio de Janeiro
Stops in Florianópolis
- A
Rodoviária de Florianópolis
Av. Paulo Fontes, 1101 - Centro, Florianópolis - SC 88010-230
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310 - B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest coach tickets from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro start from £46. The average price for this route is around £64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus journey time from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro is 23h 30m, covering a distance of 465 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Catarinense.
Which bus companies service the Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Viação Penha, Itapemirim, Catarinense, Autoviação 1001.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus journey from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 18.740575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoviação 1001, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 2140 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoviação 1001 has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoviação 1001, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoviação 1001, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 13 Sept 2026 with a price of £51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £51 to £161 for a bus ticket from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £51, which is on 2026-09-13.
