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Which bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Gontijo or Viação Cetro. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £80
tomorrow
Monday
from £58
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £97
Thursday
from £74
Friday
from £69

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £80
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £85
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £85
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £85
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      50h 47m
      0
      09:00
      Recife
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      13:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 7h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      39h 47m
      0
      20:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      11:47
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      £53
    Travel time is 7h 51m longer, but you will save £23

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gontijo
    43h 16m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:56
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £58
  • Gontijo
    43h 16m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:56
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £58
  • Gontijo
    42h 31m
    0
    20:00
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:31
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £59
  • Gontijo
    42h 31m
    0
    20:00
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:31
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £59
  • Gontijo
    43h 16m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:56
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £62

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £97
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      50h 47m
      0
      09:00
      Recife
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      13:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 7h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      39h 47m
      0
      20:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      11:47
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      £53
    Travel time is 7h 51m longer, but you will save £40

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £74
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £74
  • Did you know that if you travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      50h 47m
      0
      09:00
      Recife
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      13:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 7h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      39h 47m
      0
      20:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      11:47
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      £53
    Travel time is 7h 51m longer, but you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £69
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £74
  • Gontijo
    42h 56m
    0
    19:40
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    14:36
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £74
  • Viação Cetro
    51h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Recife
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    15:35
    Rio de Janeiro
    Glória
    0
    Viação Cetro
    Basic
    £152
  • Did you know that if you travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      50h 47m
      0
      09:00
      Recife
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      13:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 7h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      39h 47m
      0
      20:00
      Maceió
      Central Coach Station
      11:47
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      £53
    Travel time is 7h 51m longer, but you will save £12

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Recife and Rio de Janeiro?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Recife and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 26 coaches from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Recife and Rio de Janeiro, with 1 offers.

All facts for Recife to Rio de Janeiro bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Gontijo and Viação Cetro that travel daily 5 times by bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in one click. Book your Recife to Rio de Janeiro bus ticket starting from £58!

Cheapest Bus £58
Fastest Bus 42h 31m
Earliest Coach 19:40
Latest Coach 19:40
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 1,875.6 km
Coach Companies Gontijo and Viação Cetro

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Recife for Rio de Janeiro. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/12
Tuesday 17/12
Wednesday 18/12
Thursday 19/12
Friday 20/12
Saturday 21/12
£97
Sunday 22/12
Monday 23/12
£57
Tuesday 24/12
Wednesday 25/12
£97
Thursday 26/12
£74
Friday 27/12
£108
Saturday 28/12
£91
Sunday 29/12
Monday 30/12
£63
Tuesday 31/12
£61
Wednesday 01/01
Thursday 02/01
£171
Friday 03/01
£124
Saturday 04/01
£91
Sunday 05/01
£104
Monday 06/01
£57
Tuesday 07/01
£107
Wednesday 08/01
£107
Thursday 09/01
£74
Friday 10/01
Saturday 11/01
Sunday 12/01

The cheapest time to travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £58, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £96.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, with £58. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £150.

How to save money travelling from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Recife and Rio de Janeiro

Here is a map with all coach stations in Recife and Rio de Janeiro. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Recife to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Recife Rio de Janeiro coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Recife Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £58 and takes 19h 16m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £58 to £152. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Rio de Janeiro.

How many connections are available for the Recife Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Rio de Janeiro from Recife take?

The quickest coach from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Gontijo and takes 42h 31m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £63. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Recife at 19:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Recife at 19:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Recife Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Recife to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Gontijo and Viação Cetro. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Recife and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Recife and Rio de Janeiro by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Gontijo and Viação Cetro.

What can I take with me on the bus to Rio de Janeiro from Recife?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Recife Rio de Janeiro bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Recife Rio de Janeiro bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Recife to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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