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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal San Carlos | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal San Carlos | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal San Carlos | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal San Carlos | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:43 PM -03.
Get from Porto Alegre to San Carlos
The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 745, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Porto Alegre, RS to San Carlos, UY by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Porto Alegre to San Carlos start at R 1 745. The average price for this route is around R 2 081. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
The average bus journey time from Porto Alegre to San Carlos is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 635 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 57m and is operated by EGA.
Which bus companies service the Porto Alegre to San Carlos route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
The earliest bus departs from Porto Alegre to San Carlos at 20:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
A bus trip from Porto Alegre to San Carlos produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is EGA, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company EGA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is EGA, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Porto Alegre to San Carlos?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is TTL, 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.
The cheapest trip from Porto Alegre, RS to San Carlos, UY was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 493To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Porto Alegre, RS to San Carlos, UY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 493 to R 2 200 for a bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to San Carlos, UY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 495, which is on 2025-12-08.
