Bus from São Paulo to Recife: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from São Paulo to Recife on 18 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Arca Turismo + FlixBus
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal RodoviárioCheapestFastest
Catedral TurismoBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Gontijo + Rota Transportes
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Aguia Branca + Gontijo
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Catedral TurismoBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags

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Get from São Paulo to Recife

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 838, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 12hAverage duration
2120 kmDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to Recife 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 São Paulo to Recife?

    The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to Recife start at R 1 838. The average price for this route is around R 3 611. 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 São Paulo to Recife?

    The average bus journey time from São Paulo to Recife is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 2120 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d and is operated by Gontijo.

  3. Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Recife route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from CATEDRAL, Gontijo, Expresso São Luiz, Itapemirim, BUSX, FlixBus, Cometa, Viação Emtram, Expresso União, Expresso Adamantina, Transportes Santa Maria, ARCA TURISMO, WAYBUS, GIL TURISMO.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Paulo to Recife?

    The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Recife at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Recife?

    A bus trip from São Paulo to Recife produces an estimated 53 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 São Paulo to Recife?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 770 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Recife?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Paulo to Recife?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Recife?

    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
13/12
R 7 786
14/12
R 7 786
Today
R 5 939
16/12
R 4 708
17/12
R 4 713
18/12
R 4 713
19/12
R 6 867
20/12
R 7 169
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to Recife was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 708

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 708 to R 10 524 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Recife based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 708, which is on 2025-12-16.

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