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SatApr 27
from $62
SunApr 28
from $52
MonApr 29
from $60
TueApr 30
from $59
WedMay 1
from $50
ThuMay 2
from $59
FriMay 3
SatMay 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Porto Alegre
    Destination location: Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $118
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Porto Alegre
    Destination location: Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo
    Operated by: Viação PenhaViação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $199
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Porto Alegre
    Destination location: Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo
    Operated by
    Expresso Adamantina + Viação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $62
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Porto Alegre
    Destination location: Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo
    Operated by
    Águia Branca + Viação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $68
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Porto Alegre
    Destination location: Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo
    Operated by
    Águia Branca + Viação Penha
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $66
Bus Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$124
Average bus trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00 AM
Distance697 miles (1123 km)
Latest bus departure7:00 PM

Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:00AM - 7:00PM
Minimum Price$104
Average Ticket Price$124
Minimum Trip Duration1d1h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d3h
Distance697 miles (1123 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteItapemirim, Viação Penha
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rio de Janeiro - Porto Alegre

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Porto Alegre without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre takes around 1d 3h on average, although the fastest bus will take 1d 1h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 699 miles (1126 km) that separate the two cities.

Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre are 699 miles (1126 km) apart.

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by Itapemirim and Viação Penha. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre may vary. Simplify your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 7:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 7:00 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Porto Alegre from Rio de Janeiro, chances are that your bus will depart from Novo Rio and arrive at Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo. These are the most popular 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 price for the bus on this route is $104.

The bus ticket costs $124 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $104 and $225, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

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 Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rio de Janeiro to Porto Alegre that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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Bus from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

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