Find coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Franca

Next departures

Next departures from Rio de Janeiro to Franca on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expresso União
Novo Rio
Terminal Rodoviário de FrancaCheapest
Expresso União
Novo Rio
Terminal Rodoviário de FrancaFastest

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Franca

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The journey takes about 12 hours 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 47mAverage duration
506 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Franca: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$97
Average bus trip duration12h 47m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure21:00
Distance506 km

Rio de Janeiro to Franca Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Franca

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

    The bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to Franca starts at US$84. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Franca 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 Franca?

    The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and Franca is around 12h 47m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 508 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Franca 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 Franca 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 Franca?

    When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Franca, you can travel comfortably and safely with Expresso União.

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

    Buses travelling between Rio de Janeiro and Franca leave from Novo Rio or Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim and arrive at Rodoviária de Franca.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$77
30/10
US$80
Today
US$73
01/11
US$77
02/11
US$80
03/11
US$80
04/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Franca was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$73

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 Franca as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$73 to US$104 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Franca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77, which is on 2025-11-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Franca.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Rio de Janeiro to Franca.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rio de Janeiro to Franca 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?

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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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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