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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Traveling by coach from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro usually takes around 6 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 224 mi (361 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £3.03 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
£7.36 is the average price of a bus ticket from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 21 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £5.80 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5 | 6h 18m | £12.04 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 5 trips from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 18 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 224 miles from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Rio de Janeiro, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in São Paulo?
Main departure station: Sao Paulo Terminal-Tiete
Most coaches depart from the main station in São Paulo.
All coach stations in São Paulo:
Sao Paulo Terminal-Tiete
Where does the coach arrive in Rio de Janeiro?
Main arrival station: Rio De Janeiro Terminal
All coaches from São Paulo arrive at one main station in Rio de Janeiro.
Coach stations in Rio de Janeiro:
Rio De Janeiro Terminal
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