Bus from Recife to Fortaleza: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Recife to Fortaleza on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Viação São Benedito
Bus
    Terminal Rodoviário
    Rodoviária de FortalezaCheapest
    Expresso GuanabaraBus
    Terminal Rodoviário
    Bus Terminal of MessejanaFastest
    FlixBusBus
    Terminal Rodoviário
    Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags
    Expresso GuanabaraBus
    Terminal Rodoviário
    Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags
    Catedral TurismoBus
    Terminal Rodoviário
    Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags

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    Get from Recife to Fortaleza

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    32bus per day
    14hAverage duration
    379 milesDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Recife to Fortaleza

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Recife to Fortaleza?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Recife to Fortaleza start from £25. The average price for this route is around £45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Recife to Fortaleza?

      The average bus journey time from Recife to Fortaleza is 14h, covering a distance of 379 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 15m and is operated by CATEDRAL.

    3. Which bus companies service the Recife to Fortaleza route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, FlixBus, CATEDRAL, Progresso Recife, Viação Total, BUSX, Expresso São Luiz, Real Alagoas, Viação Cruzeiro, Autoviação Progresso.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Recife to Fortaleza?

      The earliest bus departs from Recife to Fortaleza at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Fortaleza?

      A bus journey from Recife to Fortaleza produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Recife to Fortaleza?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Fortaleza?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Recife to Fortaleza?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Real Alagoas, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Recife to Fortaleza?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Cruzeiro, 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.

    Best price found
    27/11
    £24
    28/11
    £18
    Today
    £30
    30/11
    £25
    01/12
    £32
    02/12
    £31
    03/12
    £33
    04/12
    £31
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Recife to Fortaleza was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

    You can expect to pay from £18 to £75 for a bus ticket from Recife to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-30.

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