How far is Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro by coach?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Itajubá by coach is approximately 147 miles (237 km).

Is there a way to reach Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro without a car?

You can travel to Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá on 11 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Novo Rio	5h 30m	14:00	Rodoviária de Itajubá	CheapestFastest
Bus	20:30	Novo Rio	5h 40m	02:10	Rodoviária de Itajubá	No tags
Bus	20:30	Novo Rio	5h 40m	02:10	Rodoviária de Itajubá	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:35 -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 30mAverage duration

147 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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Cometa

4.5/5757 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

Based on 757 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Cometa ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Cometa Rio de Janeiro Itajubá recent customer reviews

The bus ride was comfortable but the schedule was not as advertised. Two stops were added that that added 2 hours to the destination.

Felice M.

13 January 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Itajubá?

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A - Novo Rio

B - Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim

C - Rodoviária

D - Av. Pedro Calmon

Stops in Itajubá

A - Rodoviária de Itajubá

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá

How far is Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro by coach?
The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Itajubá by coach is approximately 147 miles (237 km).
Is there a way to reach Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro without a car?
You can travel to Itajubá from Rio de Janeiro by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/11

£20

09/11

£19

Today

£22

11/11

£19

12/11

£17

13/11

No data

14/11

£16

15/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £16

To 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 Itajubá as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £53 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-11-14.