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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária Interestadual de Brasília | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária Interestadual de Brasília | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária Interestadual de Brasília | No tags | ||||
UTIL + Real Expresso | Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária Interestadual de Brasília | No tags | ||||
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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília
The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Brasília?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida 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
Stops in Brasília
- A
Rodoviária Interestadual de Brasília
Rodoviária Interestadual - SMAS, Trecho 4, Conjunto 5, 6 - Asa Sul, Brasília - DF, 70610-635, Brazil - B
Via S1
Via S1, 3259 - Brasília, DF, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília
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 Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília start from £35. The average price for this route is around £63. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
The average bus journey time from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 577 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Util.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Brasília route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Util, Itapemirim, Rotas do Triangulo.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília at 12:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
A bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília produces an estimated 23.246975000000003 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 Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Util, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 664 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Itapemirim has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rotas do Triangulo, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itapemirim, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Rio de Janeiro to Brasília was searched and found on 12 May 2026 with a price of £35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £35 to £132 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2026-05-12.
Usually Util, 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.
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