How much is the bus ticket from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest bus tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro start from $80. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The average bus trip duration from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1159 miles (1869 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Gontijo .

Which bus companies service the Recife to Rio de Janeiro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo , Itapemirim , BUSX , Progresso Recife , Expresso Guanabara , Real Alagoas , Expresso São Luiz .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus departs from Recife to Rio de Janeiro at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

A bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 47 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Expresso Guanabara has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Recife to Rio de Janeiro from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Recife to Rio de Janeiro on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 2h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 4h	1:17pm	Novo Rio	No tags
FlixBus + Aguia Branca	Bus	9:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Recife to Rio de Janeiro on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Aguia Branca	Bus	9:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d	9:45pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	7:40pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 19h	3:06pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 4h	1:17pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 4h	1:17pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Recife to Rio de Janeiro on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Aguia Branca	Bus	1:40pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 3h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	7:40pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 19h	3:06pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
FlixBus + Aguia Branca	Bus	9:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Recife to Rio de Janeiro on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 5h	2:14pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	7:40pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 19h	3:06pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 5h	2:14pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Recife to Rio de Janeiro on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Viação Progresso + Aguia Branca	Bus	10:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 23h	9:45pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	7:40pm	Terminal Rodoviário	1d 19h	3:06pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 4h	1:17pm	Novo Rio	No tags
FlixBus + Aguia Branca	Bus	9:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário	2d	9:45pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Viação Progresso + Gontijo	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário	2d 4h	1:17pm	Novo Rio	No tags

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Get from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 1hAverage Duration

1159 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Recife and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in Recife

A
Terminal Rodoviário
Av. Pref. Antônio Pereira, 854-898 - Várzea, Recife - PE, Brazil
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B
Torroes Onibus
R. Maestro Jones Johnsson, 1223-1239 - Torrões, Recife - PE, Brazil

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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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

Compare bus companies

Gontijo

3/5132 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi0.8

Itapemirim

3.5/5191 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.2

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

Progresso Recife

3.5/535 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.9

Expresso Guanabara

4/5457 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.5

Real Alagoas

4/586 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.5

Expresso São Luiz

3/546 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness1.7

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Recife 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro start from $80. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus trip duration from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1159 miles (1869 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Gontijo.
Which bus companies service the Recife to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, Itapemirim, BUSX, Progresso Recife, Expresso Guanabara, Real Alagoas, Expresso São Luiz.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Recife to Rio de Janeiro at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 47 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Expresso Guanabara has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Real Alagoas, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

12/12

$148

12/13

$206

Today

No data

12/15

$138

12/16

$149

12/17

$188

12/18

$186

12/19

$206

The cheapest trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $206 for a bus ticket from Recife to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2025-12-15.