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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Itapema
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Itapema
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $54
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Itapema
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Itapema
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $58
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Itapema
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Itapema
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $117
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Itapema
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Itapema
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $87
Bus Itapema to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus Itapema to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71
Average bus trip duration19h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:15 PM
Distance446 miles (718 km)
Latest bus departure9:45 PM

Itapema to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:15PM - 9:45PM
Minimum Price$54
Average Ticket Price$71
Minimum Trip Duration15h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration19h
Distance446 miles (718 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteViação Penha, Itapemirim
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Itapema - Rio de Janeiro

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Rio de Janeiro without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Itapema to Rio de Janeiro is about 19h, but you can get there in as little as 15h 35m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 445 miles (718 km) that separate the two cities.

Itapema and Rio de Janeiro are 445 miles (718 km) apart.

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by Viação Penha and Itapemirim. The number of buses from Itapema to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Itapema to Rio de Janeiro a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 1:15 PM for the initial departure and runs until 9:45 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Rio de Janeiro from Itapema, chances are that your bus will depart from Rodoviária de Itapema and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $54.

The bus ticket costs $71 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $54 to $99, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Rio das Ostras Jazz & Blues, Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro, Favelas, Sugar Loaf and Museu do Amanhã.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Itapema to Rio de Janeiro. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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 Itapema and Rio de Janeiro!

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 Itapema to Rio de Janeiro.

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 Itapema to Rio de Janeiro.

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

Did you know?

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!

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 word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema

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