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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: São Carlos
    Destination location: Rodoviária de São Carlos
    Operated by: Guerino Seiscento TBGuerino Seiscento TB
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: São Carlos
    Destination location: Rodoviária de São Carlos
    Operated by: Guerino Seiscento TBGuerino Seiscento TB
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: São Carlos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos
    Operated by: CometaCometa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: São Carlos
    Destination location: Rodoviária de São Carlos
    Operated by: Guerino Seiscento TBGuerino Seiscento TB
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: São Carlos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos
    Operated by: CometaCometa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23
Average bus trip duration4h 10m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure05:00
Distance126 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to São Carlos from São José do Rio Preto, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip São José do Rio Preto - São Carlos, SP

  1. What's the distance between São José do Rio Preto and São Carlos by coach?

    The distance between São José do Rio Preto and São Carlos by coach is approximately 127 miles (204 km).

  2. How can I get from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos without driving?

    You can travel to São Carlos from São José do Rio Preto by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/07
US$18
13/07
US$17
Today
US$17
15/07
US$17
16/07
US$17
17/07
US$17
18/07
US$17
19/07
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos was searched and found on 13 Jul 2025 with a price of US$17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$32 for a bus ticket from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-07-15.

Usually COMETA 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between São José do Rio Preto and São Carlos!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos, get comfy and count the stars.

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 São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from São José do Rio Preto to São Carlos, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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