Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus with Penha

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€79

Average price

€80

Fastest journey

1 d 5 h

Average duration

1 d 5 h 8 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

1125 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Porto Alegre, RS for Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 1125 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 5 h .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Itapemirim
    8:45 AM29h15
    Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
    2:00 PMRio de Janeiro
    791One-way
    0 transfers
  • Penha
    1:00 PM29h00
    Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
    6:00 PMRio de Janeiro
    801One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €53.

Distance: 1125 km

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€226

Average price

29h 38m

Average total duration

29h 8m

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5h 12m

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2h 12m

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Live departures

Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times

The table below shows live departures for Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Itapemirim8:45 AM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
29h15
2:00 PM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect
Penha1:00 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
29h00
6:00 PM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses with Omio?

Penha as well as Itapemirim offer buses services from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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Why book with Omio vs Penha?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Penha, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itapemirim to find the best option for your trip from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Penha with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

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Buses from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 29h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €65 but you can travel from only €53 by flight.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 16:00. The fastest bus covers the 1125 km distance in 29h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €53
Distance
1125 km
Average bus duration
29h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€65
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
29h 0m
First bus
7:30 AM
Last bus
4:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €53

Bus providers: Penha, Itapemirim from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Penha, Itapemirim for as low as €53. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Penha

About
Expresso Nossa Senhora da Penha, often known simply as Viação Penha, is a Brazilian bus company with over 60 years of history, founded in 1961 in Curitiba, Paraná. It resulted from the merger of several smaller companies. Penha operates extensive bus routes across Brazil, serving the South, Southeast, and Northeast regions, including states like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, Paraná, Pernambuco, and Bahia. The company is known for its modern fleet, offering various services such as conventional, semi-sleeper, and \Leito Cama\" (bed-seat) options, with amenities like air conditioning, reclining seats, and sometimes Wi-Fi and USB outlets. Penha also provides cargo transport services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29h 0m
Cheapest Price
€75
Penha frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers

Itapemirim

About
Itapemirim was a Brazilian passenger road transport company founded on July 4, 1953, in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. It grew to become the largest road passenger transport business in Brazil and Latin America, at one point dominating 70% of Brazilian territory with 1,700 buses and operating in 10 countries. The company was known for its focus on passenger comfort, reliability, and punctuality. However, Itapemirim faced significant financial difficulties and controversies, including the diversion of funds to create an airline, ITA Transportes Aéreos, which operated for only six months in 2021. The company was declared bankrupt on September 21, 2022. Currently, the bus lines are being operated under a lease agreement by Suzantur, as Nova Itapemirim.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29h 15m
Cheapest Price
€65
Itapemirim frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents

FAQs: Bus from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ can start from as little as €65 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is €95; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is 29h 0m to travel the 1125 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 7:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 4:00 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Penha, Itapemirim. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, you can count on Penha, Itapemirim for the best way to get you to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro, RJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rio de Janeiro, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Rio de Janeiro, RJ from Porto Alegre, RS is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 29h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Itapemirim
    • Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
  • Penha
    • Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ for coach company Penha, Itapemirim.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Penha.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Itapemirim
    • One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
  • Penha
    • One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Itapemirim
    • Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
  • Penha
    • Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. The following conditions apply:
  • Itapemirim
    • Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
  • Penha
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Penha, Itapemirim
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Penha, Itapemirim.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Itapemirim.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Most Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses use the Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Porto Alegre
Arrival bus stations in Rio de Janeiro

Which Porto Alegre, RS station do buses to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from?

Buses from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária. The station is 2 km from Porto Alegre, RS city centre at Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo, 70 - Centro Histórico, Porto Alegre - RS, 90035-040, Brazil.
Porto Alegre, Estação RodoviáriaLargo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo, 70 - Centro Histórico, Porto Alegre - RS, 90035-040, BrazilWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária from Porto Alegre city centre

Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária is 1 km from Porto Alegre city centre. Public transport options include:

Train1m · €2 · every ~14 min
Bus176, C2, C22 · 20m · €1 · every ~6 min

Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária bus station facilities and services

Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Food court with various restaurants and snack bars

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária: Elevators, ramps, accessible bathrooms.

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