How far is Petrópolis from São João del Rei?

The distance between the two cities is 118 miles (190 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Petrópolis to São João del Rei?

Most of the buses traveling from Petrópolis to São João del Rei leave from Rodoviária de Petrópolis and arrive at Sao Joao del Rei. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Petrópolis to São João del Rei on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00pm	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	4h 30m	7:30pm	Sao Joao del Rei	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00pm	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	4h 30m	2:30am	Sao Joao del Rei	No tags

Next departures for Petrópolis to São João del Rei on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	4h 30m	7:30pm	Sao Joao del Rei	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	4h 30m	12:30pm	Sao Joao del Rei	Fastest
Bus	11:59pm	Rodoviária de Petrópolis	4h 31m	4:30am	Sao Joao del Rei	No tags

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Get from Petrópolis to São João del Rei

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

116 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

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Paraibuna

4/527 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi0

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Paraibuna ticket prices on this trip start at $30

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Where are the popular stops in Petrópolis and São João del Rei?

Stops in Petrópolis

A - Rodoviária de Petrópolis

Stops in São João del Rei

A - Sao Joao del Rei

B - São João del Rei Onibus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petrópolis to São João del Rei by bus

How far is Petrópolis from São João del Rei?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Petrópolis to São João del Rei?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$26

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$26

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$26

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The cheapest trip from Petrópolis to São João del Rei was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $28 for a bus ticket from Petrópolis to São João del Rei based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-21.