São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS bus with Penha

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The cheapest and fastest buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€58

Average price

€74

Fastest journey

18 h

Average duration

19 h

Buses per day

6

Distance

853 km

Cheap tickets

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 €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave São Paulo, SP for Porto Alegre, RS on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 853 km distance in an average of 19 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 21 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.

Penha
06:00PM18h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
12:00PMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
€581One-way
0 transfers
Penha
05:30PM18h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
11:30AMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
€651One-way
0 transfers
Penha
07:30PM21h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
04:30PMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
€781One-way
0 transfers
Penha
12:00PM19h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
07:00AMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
€801One-way
0 transfers
Penha
03:45PM22h45
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
02:30PMPorto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
€811One-way
0 transfers

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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 prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €51.

Distance: 853 km

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€36

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Cheapest

€256

Average price

20h 33m

Average total duration

20h 3m

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30m

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4h 48m

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1h 48m

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3h 0m

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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, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:44 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CB_PENHA3:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
19h00
10:00 AM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_ITAPEMIRIM5:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
19h00
12:30 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_PENHA6:45 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
22h45
5:30 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_PENHA8:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
18h00
2:30 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_PENHA9:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
18h00
3:00 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_PENHA10:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
21h00
7:30 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
CB_PENHA10:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
21h00
7:50 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
CB_PENHA1:45 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
21h15
11:00 PM Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS

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Buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.

There are 7 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 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
Distance
853 km
Average bus duration
20h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
18h 0m
First bus
07:00
Last bus
23:40
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

Bus providers: Penha, Itapemirim, Expresso Adamantina from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RSYou can travel by bus between São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with Penha, Itapemirim, Expresso Adamantina for as low as €26. 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
18h 0m
Cheapest Price
€26
Penha frequency
5 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
19h 0m
Cheapest Price
€32
Itapemirim frequency
2 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

Expresso Adamantina

About
Expresso Adamantina is a traditional Brazilian bus company, founded on August 24, 1966, in Dracena, São Paulo. It specializes in intercity and interstate road passenger transport, with a focus on connecting people and destinations across various states, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul. The company is known for its continuous investment in modernizing its fleet and improving customer service, offering amenities like air conditioning, restrooms, power outlets, and Wi-Fi on board. Expresso Adamantina is part of a larger group that includes Expresso Espírito Santo, Guimatur Turismo, Transportes Labor, Viação Adamantina, Viação Esmeralda, and Rápido Linense.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Expresso Adamantina frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is €32; 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 São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is 18 h   to travel the 853 km long trip, with around there are 7 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS leaves at 23: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS without having to change trains with Penha, Itapemirim or Expresso Adamantina. There are 7 direct coaches from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS, you can count on Penha, Itapemirim or Expresso Adamantina for the best way to get you to Porto Alegre, RS. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, which is located around 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS by coach is July.
You have options as you can travel to Porto Alegre, RS from São Paulo, SP 2 different ways: coach or flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
  • Penha
    • Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
  • Itapemirim
    • Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS for coach companies Penha and Itapemirim.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with Penha.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
    • Penha
      • One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
    • Itapemirim
      • One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
    • Penha
      • Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
    • Itapemirim
      • Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
    Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS. The following conditions apply:
    • Penha
      • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • Itapemirim
      • Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
    You can reserve your seat on the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following coach companies: Penha and Itapemirim
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following coach companies: Penha and Itapemirim.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following: Itapemirim.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS

    São Paulo
    Porto Alegre
    The major bus station for departures in São Paulo is São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê for your trip from São Paulo to Porto Alegre.
    São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do TietêWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    ShowerShower
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê - Vila Guilherme, São Paulo - SP, Brazil
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 04:00-23:30
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Via Marginal Tietê
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available
    Parking
    Parking
    • Paid parking available on-site
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court with multiple restaurants and fast food options
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Taxi stand available at main entrance
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair access, elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Public restrooms available for a fee
    Shower
    Shower
    • Paid shower facilities available
    Public transit options for São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
    • Metro: Portuguesa-Tietê Station (Line 1-Blue)
    • Bus: Multiple city bus lines

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