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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Belo Horizonte - Savassi - MG | Rio de Janeiro - Rio 2 - RJ | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Hotel Royal Lourdes (MG) | Novo Rio | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Belo Horizonte | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal - Praça Rio Branco | Novo Rio | No tags | ||||
CIA Atual + UTIL | Bus | Terminal - Praça Rio Branco | Novo Rio | No tags |
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Get from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro?
Stops in Belo Horizonte
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Belo Horizonte
Praça Rio Branco, 100, Centro, Belo Horizonte - MG, CEP: 30111-050 - B
R. Espírito Santo, 1897
R. Espírito Santo, 1897 - Centro, Belo Horizonte - MG, Brazil - C
Estacao Jose Candido da Silveira
R. Conceição do Pará, 1158-1520 - Santa Ines, Belo Horizonte - MG, Brazil
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310 - B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro start from $16. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus trip duration from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro is 8h, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 41m and is operated by Expresso Adamantina.
Which bus companies service the Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Util, Cometa, BUSCO, Expresso Adamantina, Rotas do Triangulo.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 8.528775 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BUSCO, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cometa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is BUSCO, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BUSCO, 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 Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $74 for a bus ticket from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-06-22.
Usually Cometa will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
