Bus and Coach from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió: Compare all prices

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió from various bus operators like Gontijo, Viação Cometa or Viação Nacional for the next days.

today

£217

tomorrow

£117

Tuesday

Wednesday

£127

Thursday

£66

Friday

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Aguia Branca	63h 50m	23:15	Rio de Janeiro	Campo Grande	15:05	Maceió	Central Coach Station	Basic	£217	A Bus from Aguia Branca goes from Campo Grande, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 23:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Basic ticket for £217 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 50m
Viação Cometa	64h 5m	23:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	15:05	Maceió	Central Coach Station	Economy	£268	A Bus from Viação Cometa goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 23:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £268 per person are available. Travel duration is 64h 5m
Viação Cometa	63h 35m	23:30	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	15:05	Maceió	Central Coach Station	Economy	£268	A Bus from Viação Cometa goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 23:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £268 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 35m
Viação UTIL	64h 35m	22:30	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	15:05	Maceió	Central Coach Station	Basic	£279	A Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 22:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Basic ticket for £279 per person are available. Travel duration is 64h 35m
Expresso Nordeste	64h 15m	10:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	02:15	Maceió	Central Coach Station	Basic	£315	A Bus from Expresso Nordeste goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 10:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 02:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £315 per person are available. Travel duration is 64h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than £15? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 7%
  
  54h 47m
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  
  12 km
  
  21:55
  
  Niterói, RJ
  Coach Station
  
  04:42
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  0 km
  
  Basic
  
  £202
  
  A Bus from goes from Coach Station, Niterói, RJ (Brazil) at 14/12/2025 21:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:42:00. 50 Basic ticket for £202 per person are available. Travel duration is 54h 47m
Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than £137? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  44h 50m
  
  0
  
  07:40
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  23:10
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £67
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 16/12/2025 07:40:00 to Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 30m
- Busbud
  
  4h 31m
  
  0
  
  23:59
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  04:30
  
  Maceió
  Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 17/12/2025 23:59:00 to Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 18/12/2025 04:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
Travel Time is 18h 45m shorter, and you will save £137

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	39h 11m	13:30	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	04:41	Maceió	Central Coach Station		Basic	£117	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 15/12/2025 13:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:41:00. 50 Basic ticket for £117 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 11m
	Gontijo	41h 12m	13:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	06:12	Maceió	Central Coach Station		Basic	£124	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 15/12/2025 13:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 06:12:00. 50 Basic ticket for £124 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 12m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than £37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  44h 50m
  
  0
  
  07:40
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  23:10
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £67
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 16/12/2025 07:40:00 to Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 30m
- Busbud
  
  4h 31m
  
  0
  
  23:59
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  04:30
  
  Maceió
  Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 17/12/2025 23:59:00 to Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 18/12/2025 04:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
Travel time is 5h 39m longer, but you will save £37

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	41h 12m	13:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	06:12	Maceió	Central Coach Station		Economy	£127	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 17/12/2025 13:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 19/12/2025 06:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £127 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 12m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than £47? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  44h 50m
  
  0
  
  07:40
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  23:10
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £67
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 16/12/2025 07:40:00 to Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 17/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 30m
- Busbud
  
  4h 31m
  
  0
  
  23:59
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  04:30
  
  Maceió
  Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 17/12/2025 23:59:00 to Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 18/12/2025 04:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
Travel time is 3h 38m longer, but you will save £47

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Viação Nacional	44h 12m	05:50	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	02:02	Maceió	Central Coach Station		Basic	£66	A Bus from Viação Nacional goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 18/12/2025 05:50:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 20/12/2025 02:02:00. 50 Basic ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 12m
	Gontijo	43h 24m	13:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	08:24	Maceió	Central Coach Station		Basic	£128	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 18/12/2025 13:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 20/12/2025 08:24:00. 50 Basic ticket for £128 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 24m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is £20 on 10/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 13 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Compare all providers like Gontijo, Viação Cometa and Viação Nacional that travel 6 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió starting from £20!

Cheapest Bus	£20
Fastest Bus	39h 11m
Earliest Coach	10:00
Latest Coach	13:00
Daily Bus Connections	6 Ø
Distance	1,677.4 km
Coach Companies	Gontijo, Viação Cometa, Viação Nacional, Expresso Nordeste, Viação UTIL and Aguia Branca

Cheapest coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Every day, 6 buses from 6 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Maceió: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

£268

Monday 15/12

£125

Tuesday 16/12

£262

Wednesday 17/12

£238

Thursday 18/12

£66

Friday 19/12

£341

Saturday 20/12

£269

Sunday 21/12

£267

Monday 22/12

£245

Tuesday 23/12

£23

Wednesday 24/12

£137

Thursday 25/12

£214

Friday 26/12

£230

Saturday 27/12

£196

Sunday 28/12

£178

Monday 29/12

£117

Tuesday 30/12

£150

Wednesday 31/12

£176

Thursday 01/01

£127

Friday 02/01

£225

Saturday 03/01

£193

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £66, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £178.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, with £23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £315.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, 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 Rio de Janeiro to Maceió are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Maceió

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Rio de Janeiro and Maceió.

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Menezes Côrtes Coach Station

Rua São José 35

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Ponto Estação Afonso Pena

Rua Doutor Satamini 160

Central Coach Station

Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió R. João Paulo II, s/n - Feitosa, AL

Rua Barão de Atalaia

Rua Barão de Atalaia 540

Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station

Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho, 1742-1808 - ????? Maceió - AL, República Federativa do Brasil Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho, 1742-1808 - ????? Maceió - AL, República Federativa do Brasil

Rua Doutor Pontes de Miranda Bus Stop

Serraria Bus Stop

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 Rio de Janeiro to Maceió? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió? Or which bus companies serve the route Rio de Janeiro to Maceió? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Maceió bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro - Maceió coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro - Maceió bus trip is available from £20 and takes 44h 12m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £20 to £315. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is provided by Gontijo and takes 39h 11m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £123. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Maceió departs from Rio de Janeiro at 10:00. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

The latest bus to Maceió departs from Rio de Janeiro at 13:00. 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 Rio de Janeiro - Maceió route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió 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, Viação Cometa and Viação Nacional.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Rio de Janeiro Maceió 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 Rio de Janeiro Maceió 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 Rio de Janeiro to Maceió on your planned travel date.

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

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Maceió

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Maceió. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!