Find coaches from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro

Sat2 Aug
from US$244
Sun3 Aug
from US$290
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug
from US$191
Thu7 Aug
from US$135
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Petrolina
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário - Petrolina
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: GontijoGontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$130
Average bus trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure00:58
Distance948 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Petrolina - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How far is Rio de Janeiro from Petrolina by coach?

    The distance between Petrolina and Rio de Janeiro by coach is approximately 950 miles (1531 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Rio de Janeiro from Petrolina without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$161
30/07
US$269
Today
US$164
01/08
US$251
02/08
US$208
03/08
US$246
04/08
US$151
05/08
US$114
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$114

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

You can expect to pay from US$114 to US$269 for a bus ticket from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114, which is on 2025-08-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Petrolina to Rio de Janeiro that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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