Find coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases

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Next departures from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Viação Rio Doce
Novo Rio
Rodoviária de CataguasesNo tags
Paraibuna
Passo Patria - MG
Rodoviária de CataguasesNo tags
Paraibuna
Passo Patria - MG
Rodoviária de CataguasesNo tags
Paraibuna
Passo Patria - MG
Rodoviária de CataguasesNo tags
Paraibuna
Passo Patria - MG
Rodoviária de CataguasesNo tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases

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The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
4h 30mAverage duration
176 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$24
Average bus trip duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance176 km
Latest bus departure23:30

Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Cataguases

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases cost?

    The bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases?

    The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and Cataguases is around 4h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Rio de Janeiro and Cataguases?

    The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases?

    When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases, you can travel comfortably and safely with Viação Rio Doce, Paraibuna.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases?

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

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

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29/10
US$23
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US$23
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US$23
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US$23
02/11
US$23
03/11
US$23
04/11
US$23
05/11
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$23

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 Cataguases as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$26 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rio de Janeiro to Cataguases will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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!

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