Find coaches from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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Next departures from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on 6 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Viação Rio Doce
    Rodoviária do Tietê
    Novo RioCheapest
    Aguia Branca
      Rodoviária do Tietê
      Rodoviária Campo Grande, RJFastest
      Expresso do Sul
        Rodoviária do Tietê
        Novo RioNo tags
        Viação 1001
          Rodoviária do Tietê
          Novo RioNo tags
          Catarinense
            Rodoviária do Tietê
            Novo RioNo tags

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            Get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            96bus per day
            6h 30mAverage duration
            221 milesDistance
            9kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

            Average ticket price£21
            Average bus trip duration6h 30m
            Number of daily buses96
            Earliest bus departure00:01
            Distance221 miles
            Latest bus departure23:59

            São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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

            We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

            Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rio de Janeiro from São Paulo, 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 Paulo - Rio de Janeiro

            1. How far is Rio de Janeiro from São Paulo by coach?

              The journey from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by coach covers an approximate distance of 222 miles (358 km).

            2. What is the best way to go from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

              The best way to go from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. 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
            03/11
            £15
            04/11
            £13
            Today
            £13
            06/11
            £15
            07/11
            £15
            08/11
            £9
            09/11
            £13
            10/11
            £13
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 8 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

            You can expect to pay from £9 to £68 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-08.

            Usually Itapemirim, Catarinense 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 Paulo and Rio de Janeiro!

            From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

            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 Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

            Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

            Did you know?

            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.

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            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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