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Which bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or Expresso do Sul. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £6
tomorrow
from £8
Wednesday
from £15
Thursday
from £15
Friday
from £11
Saturday
from £10
Sunday
from £10

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 10m
    0
    22:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    05:40
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    £6
  • Buser
    7h 20m
    0
    08:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Metrô São Francisco Xavier
    15:20
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Economy
    £8
  • Gimenes Travel and Tourism Agency
    7h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Metrô São Francisco Xavier
    19:50
    São Paulo
    Hebraica-Rebouças
    0
    Gimenes Travel and Tourism Agency
    Premium Economy
    £9
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    05:25
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    11:55
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £11
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    6h 30m
    0
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    07:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    6h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Basic
    £8
  • Buser
    7h 40m
    0
    22:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Av. Radial Oeste, 394 Bus Station
    06:35
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    11:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    18:10
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Premium Economy
    £10
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    12:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £11
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 30m
    0
    13:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    21:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Economy
    £11

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    8h 20m
    0
    04:45
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:05
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £15
  • Viação Penha
    6h 0m
    0
    16:15
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    22:15
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Penha
    Economy
    £15
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    8h 20m
    0
    04:45
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:05
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £15
  • Buser
    7h 10m
    0
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Avenida Pasteur
    07:40
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    £16
  • Águia Branca
    7h 30m
    0
    14:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    22:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than £-8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 6h 29m
      Rio de Janeiro
      12 km
      23:31
      Niterói, RJ
      Central Coach Station
      06:00
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      0 km
      Premium Economy
      £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via São José dos Campos, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      8h 15m
      0
      12:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Recreio dos Bandeirantes
      18:40
      São José dos Campos
      Praça Altamira Bus Stop
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • Buser
      1h 45m
      0
      19:00
      São José dos Campos
      Shopping Colinas Bus Stop
      20:45
      São Paulo
      Barra Funda Bus Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Penha
    6h 0m
    0
    09:15
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    15:15
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Penha
    Economy
    £15
  • Águia Branca
    7h 30m
    0
    08:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    15:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    £17
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    6h 30m
    0
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    07:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Economy
    £17
  • Expresso do Sul
    6h 30m
    0
    01:45
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    08:15
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso do Sul
    Economy
    £18
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    16:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than £-12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      7h 55m
      Rio de Janeiro
      12 km
      22:25
      Niterói, RJ
      R. Prof. Plínio Leite, 86 Coach Station
      06:20
      São Paulo
      Terminal Metrô Tatuapé Norte Coach Stop
      0 km
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via São José dos Campos, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      8h 15m
      0
      12:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Recreio dos Bandeirantes
      18:40
      São José dos Campos
      Praça Altamira Bus Stop
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • Buser
      1h 45m
      0
      19:00
      São José dos Campos
      Shopping Colinas Bus Stop
      20:45
      São Paulo
      Barra Funda Bus Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    23:25
    Rio de Janeiro
    Rodoviária Castelo
    05:55
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £11
  • Buser
    7h 40m
    0
    22:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Av. Radial Oeste, 394 Bus Station
    06:35
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    £14
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    6h 30m
    0
    00:05
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    06:35
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £17
  • Viação Sampaio
    8h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:35
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Sampaio
    Premium Economy
    £17
  • Expresso do Sul
    6h 30m
    0
    03:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    09:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso do Sul
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via São José dos Campos, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 45m
      0
      22:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Parque da Catacumba Coach Station
      04:05
      São José dos Campos
      Praça Altamira Bus Stop
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Buser
      1h 45m
      0
      06:00
      São José dos Campos
      Shopping Colinas Bus Stop
      07:45
      São Paulo
      Barra Funda Bus Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    7h 30m
    0
    15:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    23:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    £10
  • Buser
    7h 40m
    0
    22:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Av. Radial Oeste, 394 Bus Station
    06:35
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    £13
  • Viação Sampaio
    7h 30m
    0
    13:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Sampaio
    Economy
    £17
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    6h 30m
    0
    05:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    12:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    £18
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    16:30
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo via São José dos Campos, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 45m
      0
      22:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Parque da Catacumba Coach Station
      04:05
      São José dos Campos
      Praça Altamira Bus Stop
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • Buser
      1h 45m
      0
      06:00
      São José dos Campos
      Shopping Colinas Bus Stop
      07:45
      São Paulo
      Barra Funda Bus Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    7h 30m
    0
    14:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    22:00
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    £10
  • Aguia Flex
    7h 15m
    0
    23:10
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    06:25
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Flex
    Premium Economy
    £16
  • Buser
    7h 40m
    0
    22:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Av. Radial Oeste, 394 Bus Station
    06:35
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Coach Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    £17
  • 1001
    6h 10m
    0
    14:01
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:11
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    1001
    Basic
    £18
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 20m
    0
    23:05
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    06:25
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    £18

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 2587 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 993 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4669 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, while Night sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, with 1734 offers.

All facts for Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Expresso do Sul that travel daily 1835 times by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo in one click. Book your Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 5h 0m
Earliest Coach 00:15
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 1835 Ø
Distance 354.6 km
Coach Companies Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur, Expresso do Sul, 1001, Viação Penha, Auto Viação Catarinense, Viação Kaissara Suzantur, Buser, Viação Rio Doce, FlixBus and 10 more.

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

Every day, 1835 buses from 20 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São Paulo. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 30/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 30/12
£9
Tuesday 31/12
£11
Wednesday 01/01
£15
Thursday 02/01
£19
Friday 03/01
£19
Saturday 04/01
£19
Sunday 05/01
£19
Monday 06/01
£15
Tuesday 07/01
£12
Wednesday 08/01
£12
Thursday 09/01
£10
Friday 10/01
£15
Saturday 11/01
£10
Sunday 12/01
£17
Monday 13/01
£10
Tuesday 14/01
£10
Wednesday 15/01
£6
Thursday 16/01
£6
Friday 17/01
£12
Saturday 18/01
£10
Sunday 19/01
£9
Monday 20/01
£7
Tuesday 21/01
£6
Wednesday 22/01
£10
Thursday 23/01
£6
Friday 24/01
£9
Saturday 25/01
£6
Sunday 26/01

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, with £6. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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 Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, 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 São Paulo are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo timetable.

1001 from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

1001

Here you will find the key facts about the 1001 bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 5h 0m
Earliest Coach 00:15
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 283 Ø
Found on 30/12/2024

Águia Branca from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Águia Branca

Here you will find the key facts about the Águia Branca bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 00:20
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 397 Ø
Found on 30/12/2024

Itapemirim Suzantur from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Itapemirim Suzantur

Here you will find the key facts about the Itapemirim Suzantur bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 6h 0m
Earliest Coach 00:25
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 294 Ø
Found on 30/12/2024
In total 20 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo

Here is a map with all coach stations in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São Paulo coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro São Paulo bus trip is available from £6 and takes 7h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 20 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £177. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to São Paulo.

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

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo is offered by roughly 1835 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo is provided by 1001 and takes 5h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £31. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to São Paulo departs from Rio de Janeiro at 00:15. 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 São Paulo?

The latest bus to São Paulo departs from Rio de Janeiro at 23:59. 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 São Paulo route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo can travel with Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Expresso do Sul. 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 São Paulo?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Expresso do Sul.

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

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 Rio de Janeiro São Paulo 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 São Paulo 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 São Paulo on your planned travel date.

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

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.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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