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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by
Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
10:00PM
2d17h
3:09PM
Fortaleza - JOAO THOME
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Operated by
Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
8:30PM
2d18h
3:09PM
Fortaleza - JOAO THOME
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Operated by
Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
9:00PM
2d18h
3:09PM
Fortaleza - JOAO THOME
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Operated by
Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
11:00PM
2d16h
3:09PM
Fortaleza - JOAO THOME
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Operated by
Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
9:30PM
2d17h
3:09PM
Fortaleza - JOAO THOME
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Bus Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$157
Average bus trip duration2d 2h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:00 AM
Distance1356 miles (2187 km)
Latest bus departure2:56 PM

Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures9:00AM - 2:56PM
Minimum Price$72
Average Ticket Price$157
Minimum Trip Duration2d
Average Bus Trip Duration2d2h
Distance1356 miles (2187 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteExpresso Guanabara
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Fortaleza - Rio de Janeiro

The best way to travel from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro takes around 2d 2h on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2d with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1361 miles (2195 km) that separate the two cities.

Fortaleza and Rio de Janeiro are 1361 miles (2195 km) apart.

On average, there is 1 daily departure on this route, offered by Expresso Guanabara. The number of buses running from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 9:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 2:56 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Rio de Janeiro from Fortaleza, chances are that your bus will depart from JOAO THOME and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $85.

The bus ticket costs $157 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $85 and $282, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museu do Amanhã, Favelas, The Beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Aventureiro Sustainable Development Reserve and Samba Schools.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$112
03/18
$111
Today
No data
03/20
$96
03/21
$95
03/22
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The cheapest trip from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Mar 21, 2024 with a price of $95

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

You can expect to pay from $95 to $175 for a bus ticket from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2024-03-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Fortaleza and Rio de Janeiro!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

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