Find coaches from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Porto Alegre, RS

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Next departures from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre on 11 October
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PLANALTO RS
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoCheapest
PLANALTO RS
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoFastest
PLANALTO RS
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoNo tags
PLANALTO RS
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoNo tags
PLANALTO RS
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoNo tags

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Bus Santa Maria, RS, BR to Porto Alegre, RS: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure01:01
Distance156 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Santa Maria to Porto Alegre Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Porto Alegre from Santa Maria, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Maria, RS, BR - Porto Alegre, RS

  1. What's the distance between Santa Maria and Porto Alegre by coach?

    The journey from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre by coach covers an approximate distance of 157 miles (253 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre without a car?

    The best way to go from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

Best price found
08/10
US$18
09/10
US$18
Today
US$18
11/10
US$19
12/10
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13/10
US$18
14/10
US$21
15/10
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Porto Alegre, RS was searched and found on 10 Oct 2025 with a price of US$18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Porto Alegre, RS as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, RS, BR to Porto Alegre, RS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-10-13.

Usually Intercape 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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