Bus from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transportes Santa MariaBus
Guarulhos (Terminal)
Novo RioCheapest
UTILBus
Guarulhos (Terminal)
Novo RioFastest
Transportes Santa MariaBus
Guarulhos (Terminal)
Novo RioNo tags
UTILBus
Guarulhos (Terminal)
Novo RioNo tags
SampaioBus
Guarulhos (Terminal)
Novo RioNo tags

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Get from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 302, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
9h 45mAverage duration
340 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro start at R 302. The average price for this route is around R 762. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    The average bus journey time from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 340 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Util.

  3. Which bus companies service the Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Cometa, Util, Viação Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria, BUSX, Passaro Marron, VB Transportes, Airport Bus Service, Airport Bus Express.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    The earliest bus departs from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    A bus trip from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Airport Bus Service, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Airport Bus Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Airport Bus Service, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/12
R 656
13/12
R 426
Today
R 491
15/12
R 377
16/12
R 422
17/12
R 390
18/12
R 360
19/12
R 557
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 360

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

You can expect to pay from R 360 to R 1 587 for a bus ticket from Guarulhos to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 360, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Transportes Santa Maria 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.

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