What is the distance between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires?

Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires are 1221 miles (1969 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires?

If you're headed to Buenos Aires from Rio de Janeiro, chances are that your bus will depart from Novo Rio and arrive at Terminal de Retiro. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Buenos Aires?

Once in Buenos Aires, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are La Bombonera Stadium, Centro Cultural Borges, Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires, Puerto Madero and Teatro Colón.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Viação Penha + JBL	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 9h	4:55pm	Terminal de Retiro	CheapestFastest
Viação Penha + JBL	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 9h	4:55pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Novo Rio	1d 18h	7:00am	Terminal de Retiro	CheapestFastest
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Itapemirim + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Viação Penha + JBL	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 9h	4:55pm	Terminal de Retiro	Cheapest
Viação Penha + JBL	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 9h	4:55pm	Terminal de Retiro	Fastest

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Itapemirim + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	Cheapest
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	Fastest
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	CheapestFastest
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	12:30pm	Novo Rio	2d	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Novo Rio	1d 18h	7:00am	Terminal de Retiro	CheapestFastest
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags
Viação Penha + Flecha Bus	Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	2d 5h	1:15pm	Terminal de Retiro	No tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2d 5hAverage Duration

1218 milesDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

JBL Turismo

3/5155 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi0.9

The bus service is generally comfortable, with friendly and helpful drivers. However, users have reported significant delays at border crossings due to legal issues involving the driver. Additionally, there were insufficient meal breaks during long trips, leaving passengers without proper meals for extended periods. Wi-Fi availability was also noted as lacking on these journeys.

JBL Rio de Janeiro Buenos Aires recent customer reviews

The trip was long. It took about 45 hours. I would have liked Wi-Fi. In practice, there was none at all.

Stefan L.

April 10, 2025

The first driver was very friendly and helpful and seemingly a good person However there was a terrible delay at the border crossing due to legal reason involving the driver, we were help up for nearly five hours. There were not sufficient meal breaks and stops, once we crossed the border into Argentina, I went 24 hours without eating a proper meal. The seating and bus in general was quite comfortable and would recommend it to any would be traveller.

Steven H.

September 19, 2024

Crucero del Norte

3.5/5929 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.7

Based on 929 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Crucero del Norte ticket prices on this trip start at $111

Crucero del Norte Rio de Janeiro Buenos Aires recent customer reviews

Everything was good, the employees were nice, would have been good if someone knew english though!

Markus R.

March 6, 2019

The bus was super nice and cosy for longer trips. Also the food was good and the staff was nice.

Laura Elisa N.

October 19, 2018

Viação Penha

3.5/5477 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi0.8

Itapemirim

3.5/5184 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.2

Expresso Adamantina

3/565 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi0

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

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Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires?

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A - Novo Rio

B - Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim

C - Rodoviária

D - Av. Pedro Calmon

Stops in Buenos Aires

A - Terminal de Retiro

B - Aeroparque AEP

C - Terminal de Omnibus de Lanus

D - Estación Remedios de Escalada

E - Terminal Puente La Noria

F - Parada de Autobus Valentin Alsina

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, AR by bus

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The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, AR was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $155 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, AR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-11-11.