Bus from São Paulo to São Carlos, SP: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from São Paulo to São Carlos on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Guerino Seiscento TBBus
Rodoviária da Barra Funda
Rodoviária de São CarlosCheapest
CometaBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de São CarlosFastest
CometaBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de São CarlosNo tags
PiracicabanaBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Rodoviária de São CarlosNo tags
Guerino Seiscento TBBus
Rodoviária da Barra Funda
Rodoviária de São CarlosNo tags

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Get from São Paulo to São Carlos

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 412, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
3h 40mAverage duration
213 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to São Carlos, SP 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 São Carlos?

    The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to São Carlos start at R 412. The average price for this route is around R 457. 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 São Carlos?

    The average bus journey time from São Paulo to São Carlos is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Piracicabana.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Piracicabana, Cometa, Guerino Seiscento, VB Transportes, Viação Santa Cruz, Lirabus, ARCA TURISMO, Ouro Verde.

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

    The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to São Carlos at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

    A bus trip from São Paulo to São Carlos produces an estimated 5 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 São Carlos?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ouro Verde, 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 São Paulo to São Carlos?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Lirabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

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

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lirabus, 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
04/12
R 393
05/12
R 375
Today
R 351
07/12
R 355
08/12
R 376
09/12
R 354
10/12
R 347
11/12
R 354
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to São Carlos, SP was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 347

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 São Carlos, SP as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 347 to R 496 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to São Carlos, SP based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2025-12-10.

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