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from $14
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Cheap buses leaving today

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Operated by: Expresso AdamantinaExpresso Adamantina
7:45AM
8h25m
4:10PM
São Paulo - Terminal Tietê
Cheapest
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Cheapest
Operated by: Expresso AdamantinaExpresso Adamantina
9:00PM
8h
5:00AM
São Paulo - Terminal Tietê
2nd Cheapest
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Expresso AdamantinaExpresso Adamantina
1:45PM
5h45m
7:30PM
São Paulo - Terminal Tietê
Fastest
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Fastest
Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
7:00AM
6h
1:00PM
São Paulo - Terminal Tietê
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
7:00AM
6h
1:00PM
São Paulo - Terminal Tietê
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Bus São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Bus São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20
Average bus trip duration6h 15m
Number of daily buses98
Earliest bus departure12:01 AM
Distance221 miles (356 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures98
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:01AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$12
Average Ticket Price$20
Minimum Trip Duration5h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h15m
Distance221 miles (356 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteAutoviação 1001, Águia Branca, Expresso do Sul, AGUIA BRANCA EB, Catarinense
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Rio de Janeiro without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes about 6h 15m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 222 miles (358 km) that separate the two cities.

São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro are 222 miles (358 km) apart.

About 98 buses travel this route daily, provided by Autoviação 1001, Águia Branca and Expresso do Sul. The number of buses from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 12:01 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:59 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Rio de Janeiro from São Paulo, chances are that your bus will depart from Barra Funda and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. With prices starting at $10, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $20 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $10 to $109, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Christ the Redeemer, Sitio Roberto Burle Marx, Museu do Amanhã, Teatro Municipal and Mosteiro de São Bento.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$13
03/18
$12
Today
$12
03/20
$12
03/21
$13
03/22
$13
03/23
$13
03/24
$13
The cheapest trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Mar 19, 2024 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $66 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2024-03-20.

Usually EXPRESSO ADAMANTINA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 Paulo and Rio de Janeiro!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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.

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.

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

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Bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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