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      Traveling.com Coach Sao Paulo - Rio de Janeiro

      Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Bus and Coach

      Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo

      Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Route Overview

      Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 123 daily bus departures available, including 123 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sao Paulo at 00:02h, arriving at Rio de Janeiro at 06:32h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 06:30h the following day.
      Departure station and country Sao Paulo, Brazil
      Arrival station and country Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
      Travel Distance 269 mi
      Average Trip Duration 06h 47min
      Total Departures 123
      Popular Operators Itapemirim, Riodoce
      Lowest Price £8
      Transportation Options Coach, Plane

      Table of contents

      Traveling by coach from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

      The shortest travel distance between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 269 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 23:59 has a travel time of 03:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 09:50h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

      Overnight coaches

      If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Rio de Janeiro earlier, there are over 50 overnight coaches from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. The overnight coaches depart between 17:45 and 23:59 and arrive between 00:16 and 08:00 the following day. As the travel time between the two stations is 05:28, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can view some of them below.
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      Bus companies operating the Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro route

      There are 8 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 1 time by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

      Itapemirim
      Riodoce
      Autoviacao 1001
      Cometa
      JBL Viação
      7.5 Aguia Branca
      Adamantina
      Santa Maria

      Departure and arrival stations

      For more details about Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.
      Sao Paulo
      You can see information about the departure station and stops Sao Paulo here.
      Rio de Janeiro
      You can see information about the arrival station and stops Rio de Janeiro here.

      Cheapest tickets

      Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
      Adult ticket: £8 (One-Way) or £16 (Return).

      Travel reviews for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro bus

      One traveler has shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. You can read the user's review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.
      7.5
      by RICCARDO

      by RICCARDO

      Gute Fahrt gewesen

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      Driver

      Tidiness

      Value for money

      Comfortable ride

      7.5
      7.5
      7.5
      7.5
      Read all reviews here

      Other popular destinations from Rio de Janeiro

      If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Rio de Janeiro, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:

      Rio de Janeiro - Salvador

      Rio de Janeiro - Paraty

      Rio de Janeiro - Belo Horizonte

      Rio de Janeiro - Florianopolis

      Rio de Janeiro - Curitiba

      Rio de Janeiro - Brasilia

      Rio de Janeiro - Porto Alegre

      Rio de Janeiro - Buzios

      Rio de Janeiro - Vitoria

      Rio de Janeiro - Arraial do Cabo

      Rio de Janeiro - Cachoeiro de Itapemirim

      Rio de Janeiro - Piúma

      Rio de Janeiro - Vitória da Conquista

      Rio de Janeiro - Teixeira de Freitas

      Rio de Janeiro - Recife

      Rio de Janeiro - Barbacena

      Rio de Janeiro - Eunápolis

      Rio de Janeiro - Balneario Camboriu

      Rio de Janeiro - Santo André

      Rio de Janeiro - Guarapari

      Rio de Janeiro - Araruama

      Rio de Janeiro - Macae

      Rio de Janeiro - Angra dos Reis

      Rio de Janeiro - Vila Velha

      Rio de Janeiro - Paraiba do Sul

      Rio de Janeiro - Ouro Preto

      Rio de Janeiro - Itajai

      Rio de Janeiro - Osasco

      Rio de Janeiro - Itabuna

      Rio de Janeiro - Itamaraju

      Rio de Janeiro - Jequié

      Rio de Janeiro - Tres Rios

      Rio de Janeiro - Aracruz

      Frequently asked questions

      The distance between these two places is a total of 269 mi.

      The average travel time between the stations is 06:47 hours.

      The ticket prices begin from £8.

      The average number of daily departures is 50. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

      The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

      All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

      To travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

      Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

      The first bus departs at 00:02, and the last bus departs at 23:59.

      No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

      To have all the information in the palm of your hand download our mobile app for free!

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