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from $47
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from $36
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: São Mateus
    Destination location: São Mateus Onibus
    Operated by: GontijoGontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $47
Bus Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51
Average bus trip duration12h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:00 PM
Distance361 miles (581 km)
Latest bus departure7:15 PM

Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00PM - 7:15PM
Minimum Price$37
Average Ticket Price$51
Minimum Trip Duration11h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration12h25m
Distance361 miles (581 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGontijo, Viação Nacional
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rio de Janeiro - São Mateus

The best way to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus is about 12h 25m, but you can get there in as little as 11h 50m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 361 miles (582 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 361 miles (582 km).

On average, there are 3 daily departures on this route, offered by Gontijo and Viação Nacional. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus may vary. Simplify your trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The first bus leaves at 2:00 PM and the last one leaves at 7:15 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus start their journey at Novo Rio and wind up at São Mateus Onibus. These are the main 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 tickets for this trip cost as little as $37.

The average bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus is $51. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $37 and $97, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to São Mateus.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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