The cheapest and fastest buses from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 47 m
Buses on Sep 18
131
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from São Paulo, SP 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 São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 131 buses from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, including 131 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 358 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
1:00 PM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê7:30 PMRio de Janeiro€171One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê4:30 PMRio de Janeiro€171One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê8:30 PMRio de Janeiro€181One-way0 transfers
11:00 PM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê5:30 AMRio de Janeiro€181One-way0 transfers
11:59 PM6h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê6:29 AMRio de Janeiro€181One-way0 transfers
11:59 PM5h30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê5:29 AMRio de Janeiro€341One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM5h40São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê5:40 PMRio de Janeiro€251One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM5h45São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê8:45 PMRio de Janeiro€211One-way0 transfers
1:45 PM6h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê7:45 PMRio de Janeiro€221One-way0 transfers
10:35 PM6h00São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê4:35 AMRio de Janeiro€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €332.
Distance: 358 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €332 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
A bus is €317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ costing on average €332.
Other travel options to Rio de Janeiro, RJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 58m.
Live departures
São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:15 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 12:45 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 9h50 | 4:55 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h15 | 1:45 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 2:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h30 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h15 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 3:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h51 | 4:51 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 5:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h30 | 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 8h10 | 8:10 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 7:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 8:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 8:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 8:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 7h00 | 9:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 8:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 9:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 9:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 6h40 | 9:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 9:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 7h50 | 11:20 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 10:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 11:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 11:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h30 | 12:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 11:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 12:35 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 1:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 1:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 2:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 2:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 3:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 4:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 8h30 | 6:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 4:45 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h45 | 5:15 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h05 | 5:35 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:10 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 7h00 | 5:45 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 6h30 | 5:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h00 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:35 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 5:40 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 5:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 6h20 | 5:50 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:10 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h15 | 5:55 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 6h40 | 6:25 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 5:45 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:20 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:51 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:21 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h53 | 6:48 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:58 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:28 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:29 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h31 | 6:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 5h30 | 5:29 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:29 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 12:02 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:32 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:35 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h01 | 6:16 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 AM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 6h40 | 7:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 6:55 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 6:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h15 | 6:50 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 AM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 7h05 | 7:45 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:15 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h00 | 7:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 7:45 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 8:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 8:15 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h15 | 8:15 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 9:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 6h30 | 12:00 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Buses from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 100 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 100 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 358 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 358 km |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 100 |
Direct buses 100 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Penha, Águia Branca, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, Catarinense, 1001, VIACAO RIO DOCE, AGUIA FLEX, FlixBus, WE MOBI from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Penha, Águia Branca, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, Catarinense, 1001, VIACAO RIO DOCE, AGUIA FLEX, FlixBus, WE MOBI for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Itapemirim
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FAQs: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP 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.

- Águia Branca
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
- Itapemirim
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
- Penha
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Águia Branca
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- 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
- Águia Branca
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Itapemirim
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
- Penha
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Águia Branca
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
- 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Most São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses use the São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio station pair. Use this guide to compare São Paulo, SP and Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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.
Getting to São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp from São Paulo city centre
São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp is 3 km from São Paulo city centre. Public transport options include:
São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp bus station facilities and services
São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp 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 options 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 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp: Wheelchair accessible, elevators present.
Which Rio de Janeiro, RJ station do buses from São Paulo, SP arrive at?
Getting to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio from Rio de Janeiro city centre
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio bus station facilities and services
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio 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 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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