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Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

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

Q: What is the average travel time between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

The average travel time between the stations is 14:52 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The price of a bus ticket from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro ranges from £9 to £47.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

There are 259 from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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.

Q: How can I travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by bus?

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.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

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

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Sao Paulo?

The first bus departs at 00:05, and the last bus departs at 23:59.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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.

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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 167 daily bus departures available, including 167 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sao Paulo at 00:05h, arriving at Rio de Janeiro at 06:35h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 05:59h 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 14h 52min

Total Departures 167

Popular Operators Aguia Branca, Catarinense

Lowest Price £9

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

13:00 Sao Paulo

6h 0min

DIRECT

19:00 Rio de Janeiro

Penha

from 12.6 HRK

Best offer on 23. Oct

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00:05 San Pablo Rodoviaria Tiete Sao Paulo

6h 30min

06:35 Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio

Aguia Branca

from 13.6014 HRK

Best offer on 16. Nov

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00:20 San Pablo Rodoviaria Tiete Sao Paulo

6h 30min

06:50 Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio

Aguia Branca

from 24.0136 HRK

Best offer on 16. Nov

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07:30 San Pablo Rodoviaria Tiete Sao Paulo

6h 15min

13:45 Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio

1001

from 15.2161 HRK

Best offer on 16. Nov

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11:00 San Pablo Rodoviaria Tiete Sao Paulo

6h 30min

17:30 Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio

ITAPEMIRIM

from 12.8133 HRK

Best offer on 17. Oct

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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 05:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 30:00h. 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 00:30 and 23:59 and arrive between 00:15 and 06:50 the same 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.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

22:45 São Paulo Bus Station - Terminal Tietê

6h 0min

04:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station

Expresso Penha

from 24 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 19. Nov

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00:30 Sao Paulo

1d 6h 0min

DIRECT

06:30 Rio de Janeiro

Penha

from 39 HRK

Best offer on 21. Oct

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22:15 Sao Paulo

6h 49min

DIRECT

05:04 Rio de Janeiro

Autoviacao 1001

from 25.54 HRK

Best offer on 27. Oct

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22:15 Sao Paulo

7h 25min

DIRECT

05:40 Rio de Janeiro

Autoviacao 1001

from 15.96 HRK

Best offer on 27. Oct

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23:15 Sao Paulo

6h 45min

DIRECT

06:00 Rio de Janeiro

Santa Maria

from 20.75 HRK

Best offer on 27. Oct

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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.

Aguia Branca

Catarinense

Penha

Adamantina

Expresso do Sul

Aguia Flex

Autoviacao 1001

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

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £9 (One-Way) or £18 (Return).

Travel reviews for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro bus

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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

Read all reviews here

Other popular destinations from Sao Paulo

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Sao Paulo, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

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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