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Today19 Apr
from US$123
Tomorrow20 Apr
from US$109
Sun21 Apr
from US$88
Mon22 Apr
from US$102
Tue23 Apr
from US$97
Wed24 Apr
from US$86
Thu25 Apr
from US$88
Fri26 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

22:30
2d11h
09:37
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Recife - Terminal Rodoviário
23:59
2d9h
09:37
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Recife - Terminal Rodoviário
23:50
2d9h
09:37
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Recife - Terminal Rodoviário
23:30
2d10h
09:37
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Recife - Terminal Rodoviário
Bus Rio de Janeiro to Recife: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Recife: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$106
Average bus trip duration1d 18h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:15
Distance1159 miles
Latest bus departure13:30

Rio de Janeiro to Recife buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures13:15 - 13:30
Minimum PriceUS$103
Average Ticket PriceUS$106
Minimum Trip Duration1d18h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d18h
Distance1159 miles
Bus companies on this routeGontijo
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Recife

The average bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is US$106. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and Recife is around 1d 18h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1164 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Recife can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, you can travel comfortably and safely with Gontijo.

Buses travelling between Rio de Janeiro and Recife leave from Novo Rio or Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário, Torroes Onibus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$87
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The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife was searched and found on 17 Apr 2024 with a price of US$87

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 Recife as early as possible.

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 Rio de Janeiro and Recife!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, 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 Rio de Janeiro to Recife.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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