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TodayApr 24
from $51
TomorrowApr 25
from $41
FriApr 26
from $48
SatApr 27
from $41
SunApr 28
from $46
MonApr 29
from $42
TueApr 30
WedMay 1
from $45

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  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: CometaCometa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $51
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by
    Expresso Itamarati + Cometa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $52
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: São José do Rio Preto
    Departure location: Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by
    Cometa + Expresso Adamantina
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $53
Bus São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$54
Average bus trip duration13h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:00 PM
Distance420 miles (677 km)
Latest bus departure5:00 PM

São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:00PM - 5:00PM
Minimum Price$46
Average Ticket Price$54
Minimum Trip Duration13h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration13h30m
Distance420 miles (677 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteReunidas Paulista
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip São José do Rio Preto - Rio de Janeiro

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Rio de Janeiro without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The travel time from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro is about 13h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 13h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 421 miles (679 km) that separate the two cities.

São José do Rio Preto and Rio de Janeiro are 421 miles (679 km) apart.

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by Reunidas Paulista. The number of buses running from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 4:00 PM for the initial departure and runs until 5:00 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro leave from Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $52, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $54 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $52 and $110, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Mosteiro de São Bento, Sitio Roberto Burle Marx, Aventureiro Sustainable Development Reserve, Favelas and Escadaria Selarón.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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

Best price found
04/22
$46
04/23
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04/25
$46
04/26
$51
04/27
$47
04/28
$51
04/29
$47
The cheapest trip from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Apr 22, 2024 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $51 for a bus ticket from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2024-04-25.

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 São José do Rio Preto and Rio de Janeiro!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro, 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 São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from São José do Rio Preto to Rio de Janeiro while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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.

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