Bus Tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei

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Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: São João del Rei
    Destination location: Sao Joao del Rei
    Operated by: ParaibunaParaibuna
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: São João del Rei
    Destination location: Sao Joao del Rei
    Operated by: ParaibunaParaibuna
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: São João del Rei
    Destination location: Sao Joao del Rei
    Operated by: ParaibunaParaibuna
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:15 PM -03.

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Bus Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$35
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance224 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - São João del Rei

  1. How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?

    The trip from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei will take on average 5h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 30m.

  2. How far is Rio de Janeiro from São João del Rei?

    Rio de Janeiro and São João del Rei are 225 km (140 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?

    Buses departing from Novo Rio in Rio de Janeiro will take you to Sao Joao del Rei in São João del Rei.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to São João del Rei from Rio de Janeiro; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$30, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?

    The bus from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei will cost you US$35, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-23
US$26
04-24
US$30
Today
US$28
04-26
US$30
04-27
US$30
04-28
US$30
04-29
US$30
04-30
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$30 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2025-04-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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