How to get from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

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What is the best way to travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Flights and Carpool to Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
48h 46m
£65
£75
10
Flight
3h 15m
£71
£163
73

What is the cheapest way to reach Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN?

You can reach Rio de Janeiro with just £65 by taking a Bus from Gontijo, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £79
Tuesday
from £65
Wednesday
from £70
Thursday
from £79
Friday
from £70
Saturday
from £68
Sunday
from £78

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Gontijo
    49h 6m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    15:06
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £79
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LATAM Brasil
    17h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    05:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £191
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £205
  • Azul
    9h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    15:50
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £216
  • Azul
    9h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    19:10
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £216

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £65
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Azul
    6h 45m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:20
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • Azul
    10h 45m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    13:20
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £91
  • Azul
    14h 15m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    16:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £91
  • LATAM Brasil
    18h 35m
    0
    02:40
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £92

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £70
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • LATAM Brasil
    11h 50m
    0
    02:40
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    14:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £129
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £135
  • Azul
    10h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    16:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £138
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    06:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £140

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £79
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Azul
    22h 30m
    0
    18:50
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    17:20
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £98
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 20m
    0
    16:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    22:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £130
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £139
  • Azul
    18h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:20
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £150

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £70
  • Viação Nacional
    54h 3m
    0
    08:30
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:33
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Nacional
    Economy
    £82
  • BusX
    58h 20m
    0
    05:35
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    15:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Glória
    0
    BusX
    Basic
    £87
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    23h 50m
    0
    18:50
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    18:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £94
  • Azul
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £101
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £116
  • LATAM Brasil
    8h 15m
    0
    15:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    00:10
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £122

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £68
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    23h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £71
  • Azul
    15h 5m
    0
    17:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £71
  • Azul
    9h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    15:50
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £98
  • Azul
    21h 20m
    0
    09:45
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    07:05
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £98

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Viação Nacional
    56h 38m
    0
    08:30
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    17:08
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Nacional
    Basic
    £78

What are the fastest trips from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Gol Linhas Aéreas. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 6h 50m
Tuesday
from 4h 40m
Wednesday
from 3h 15m
Thursday
from 3h 15m
Friday
from 3h 15m
Saturday
from 3h 15m
Sunday
from 56h 38m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 50m
    0
    03:25
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    10:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £292
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 55m
    0
    02:40
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:35
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £328
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    19:40
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £286
  • Azul
    8h 35m
    0
    09:50
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    18:25
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £231
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Gontijo
    49h 6m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    15:06
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Basic
    £79

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Azul
    4h 40m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    07:15
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £103
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 15m
    0
    15:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    22:10
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £119
  • Azul
    6h 45m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:20
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    19:40
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £119
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £65

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    06:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £140
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 55m
    0
    02:40
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    09:35
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £192
  • Azul
    8h 5m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    10:40
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £156
  • Azul
    8h 55m
    0
    02:35
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    11:30
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £156
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £70

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    06:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £221
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 20m
    0
    16:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    22:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £130
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    19:30
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £277
  • Azul
    7h 40m
    0
    14:45
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    22:25
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £171
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £79

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    06:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £159
  • LATAM Brasil
    8h 15m
    0
    15:55
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    00:10
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £122
  • Azul
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £101
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £116
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £70
  • Viação Nacional
    54h 3m
    0
    08:30
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:33
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Nacional
    Economy
    £82
  • BusX
    58h 20m
    0
    05:35
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    15:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Glória
    0
    BusX
    Basic
    £87

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    06:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £131
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    17:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £114
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    21:40
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £146
  • Azul
    9h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Natal Airport
    Natal Airport
    15:50
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £98
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Gontijo
    48h 46m
    0
    14:00
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    14:46
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gontijo
    Economy
    £68

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Viação Nacional
    56h 38m
    0
    08:30
    Natal, RN
    Coach Station
    17:08
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Nacional
    Basic
    £78
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

What are the most popular stations in Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro?

In Natal, RN, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Sams Club or Governador Tarcísio de Vasconcelos Maia Bus Stop, while in Rio de Janeiro you will be arriving at Bus Station do Rio, Parque da Catacumba or Afonso Pena, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN? With 12 connections between 3 Bus, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro, you can pay as low as £65 with a Bus from Gontijo.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Gol Linhas Aéreas: you will get to Rio de Janeiro in just 3h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro are Azul, Gontijo and LATAM Brasil, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from São Gonçalo do Amarante, RN or to Bonsucesso, RJ, and look at flights from Natal Airport, and landing at Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular companies between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro, are Azul, Gontijo and LATAM Brasil. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Gontijo, Viação Nacional and BusX

Airlines: Azul, LATAM Brasil and Gol Linhas Aéreas

All you need to know when you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

How can I reach Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN?

Every day, there are on average 12 connections between Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN.

How far is Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN?

The distance between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro is 2,090.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 56 kgs of CO2, a train 73 kgs, a car 355 kgs, and a flight 514 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro with just £65 by taking a Bus from Gontijo.

What is the fastest way to get from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rio de Janeiro in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Gol Linhas Aéreas.

More routes to Natal, RN and to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Natal, RN and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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