The cheapest and fastest buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€83
Fastest journey on Sep 18
18 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
18 h 57 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
853 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 853 km distance in an average of 18 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 19 h 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.
· 1:15 PM18h45São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê8:00 AMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária€351One-way1 transfer
12:00 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê7:00 AMPorto Alegre, RS€721One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM21h15São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê5:15 AMPorto Alegre, RS€721One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê12:30 PMPorto Alegre, RS€721One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM22h45São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê2:30 PMPorto Alegre, RS€961One-way0 transfers
· 1:15 PM18h45São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê8:00 AMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária€351One-way1 transfer
2:30 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê9:30 AMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária€1161One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê7:00 AMPorto Alegre, RS€721One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê12:30 PMPorto Alegre, RS€721One-way0 transfers
2:30 PM19h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê9:30 AMPorto Alegre, RS€1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a flight costs an average of €208.
Distance: 853 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €208 Average price | €120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
A bus is €847 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS costing on average €888.
Other travel options to Porto Alegre, RS take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 9m.
Live departures
São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS bus times
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 21h15 | 5:15 AM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 7:00 AM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 1:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 18h45 | 8:00 AM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 9:30 AM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 9:30 AM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 22h45 | 2:30 PM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 12:30 PM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 21h00 | 4:30 PM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 18h10 | 4:25 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 18h10 | 4:25 PM Porto Alegre, RS | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 853 km distance in 18h 10m.
Distance 853 km |
Average bus duration 16h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 18h 10m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Itapemirim, FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil, Penha, Expresso Adamantina from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RSYou can travel by bus between São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with Itapemirim, FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil, Penha, Expresso Adamantina for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS 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 Porto Alegre, RS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Itapemirim
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
- Penha
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- 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
- Itapemirim
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
- Penha
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Itapemirim
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
- Penha
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Most São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS buses use the São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê to Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária station pair. Use this guide to compare São Paulo, SP and Porto Alegre, RS bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which São Paulo, SP station do buses to Porto Alegre, RS leave from?
Getting to São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê from São Paulo city centre
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê is 3 km from São Paulo city centre. Public transport options include:
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê bus station facilities and services
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with multiple restaurants and fast food options
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Wheelchair access, elevators, ramps.
Which Porto Alegre, RS station do buses from São Paulo, SP arrive at?
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:
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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