Bus Tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: São Paulo
    Destination location: Terminal Tietê
    Operated by: We MobiWe Mobi
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Rodoviária Campo Grande, RJ
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: São Paulo
    Destination location: Terminal Tietê
    Operated by: Aguia BrancaAguia Branca
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: São Paulo
    Destination location: Terminal Tietê
    Operated by: Expresso do SulExpresso do Sul
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: São Paulo
    Destination location: Terminal Tietê
    Operated by: Viação 1001Viação 1001
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: São Paulo
    Destination location: Terminal Tietê
    Operated by: CatarinenseCatarinense
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses82
Earliest bus departure12:01am
Distance356 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - São Paulo

  1. How long is the trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo by bus?

    The typical travel time from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo by bus is around 6h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 23m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo?

    The distance between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo is around 358 km (222 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, and end it at Barra Funda, in São Paulo.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to São Paulo from Rio de Janeiro; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$10, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo?

    Taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo costs on average US$24.

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

Best price found
04-22
US$25
04-23
US$18
Today
US$16
04-25
US$14
04-26
US$13
04-27
US$16
04-28
US$13
04-29
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of US$13

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 Paulo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$126 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually KAISSARA SUZANTUR will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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