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

The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas start from $42. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas?

The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas is 9h, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Cometa .

Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	9h	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	9h	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	Fastest

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Novo Rio	9h	5:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Novo Rio	9h	5:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	9h	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	9h	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas	No tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9hAverage Duration

231 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Poços de Caldas?

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

Stops in Poços de Caldas

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Poços de Caldas
Avenida Mansur Frayha, 2314 - Região Urbana Homogênea II, 37704-355 Poços de Caldas
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Compare bus companies

Cometa

4.5/5764 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.3

Based on 764 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Cometa ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Cometa Rio de Janeiro Poços de Caldas recent customer reviews

Too cold.

David B.

November 7, 2024

Very good and safety

Darci P.

September 20, 2021

BR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas 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 Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas start from $42. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas?
The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas is 9h, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Cometa.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/27

$42

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$55

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$39

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The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $39

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 Poços de Caldas, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $65 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Poços de Caldas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-29.