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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Belém to São Luís
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Sept
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
15 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
15 h 30 m
Buses on 09 Sept
2
Distance
482 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Belém to São Luís is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belém to São Luís will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 2 buses from Belém to São Luís, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 15 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
19:0015h30Belém10:30São Luís£311One-way0 changes- 19:0115h30Belém10:31São Luís£381One-way0 changes
- 19:0015h30Belém10:30São Luís£311One-way0 changes
- 19:0115h30Belém10:31São Luís£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Belém to São Luís
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Belém to São Luís among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £282.
Distance: 482 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £282 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration Fastest 7h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Belém to São Luís is a coach with an average price of £34.
This is compared to other travel options from Belém to São Luís:
A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belém to São Luís costing on average £282.
The fastest way to travel from Belém to São Luís is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 5m.
Other travel options to São Luís take longer:
Coach takes on average 15h 57m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belém and São Luís including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-27.55. The journey takes 15h 57m versus 10h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Belém to São Luís bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belém to São Luís coaches for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 18:30 Belém, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h25 | 10:55 São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Belém | 15h30 | 10:30 São Luís | 0 changesdirect | |
 · | 19:00 Belém, Terminal Rodoviário | 14h50 | 9:50 São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Belém to São Luís coaches with Omio?
REAL MAIA as well as JAMJOY offer coaches services from Belém to São Luís.
Omio is the only official third party seller for REAL MAIA tickets.
Why book with Omio vs REAL MAIA?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for REAL MAIA, but also compare tickets for the likes of JAMJOY to find the best option for your trip from Belém to São Luís.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare REAL MAIA with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Belém to São Luís.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belém to São Luís
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Buses from Belém to São Luís run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 19:31. The fastest coach covers the 482 km distance in 15h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 482 km |
Average bus duration 15h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 19:31 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: REAL MAIA, JAMJOY from Belém to São LuísYou can travel by bus between Belém to São Luís with REAL MAIA, JAMJOY for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
REAL MAIA
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average REAL MAIA Duration
15h 30m
Cheapest REAL MAIA Price
£28
JAMJOY
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JAMJOY Duration
16h 25m
Cheapest JAMJOY Price
£34
Bus providers: REAL MAIA, JAMJOY from Belém to São LuísYou can travel by bus between Belém to São Luís with REAL MAIA, JAMJOY for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
REAL MAIA
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average REAL MAIA Duration
15h 30m
Cheapest REAL MAIA Price
£28
What's included in each class
Compare REAL MAIA classes and the amenities included in each one.
Economy Plus
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 135° recline angle
Full Sleeper
- Free Wi-Fi
- USB Sockets
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 180° recline angle
Full Sleeper Solo
- Free Wi-Fi
- USB Sockets
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 180° recline angle
Half-sleeper
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 135° recline angle
- 145° recline angle
Half-sleeper Solo
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 145° recline angle
Sleeper
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 160° recline angle
Sleeper Solo
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 160° recline angle
JAMJOY
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JAMJOY Duration
16h 25m
Cheapest JAMJOY Price
£34
Complete guide to São Luís
Things to do in São Luís
Discover the best of São Luís — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect São Luís trip today.
- Must visit
Casa do Maranhão
Museum celebrating popular culture, with exhibits on Bumba Meu Boi, festivals, costumes and Maranhão traditions.
- Recommended
Museu de Artes Visuais
Museum dedicated to Maranhão visual arts, housed in a colonial mansion with paintings, sculpture and period interiors.
- Recommended
Museu de Arte Sacra
Museum of sacred art inside a historic building near the cathedral, showing devotional objects and church heritage.
- Must visit
Centro Histórico de São Luís
Historic centre district of tiled façades, churches and mansions, best explored on foot for architecture and atmosphere.
- Must visit
Rua do Giz
Steep historic street lined with colourful azulejo-fronted houses, one of the city’s most photographed walking areas.
- Recommended
Praça Pedro II
Lively square beside government buildings and the cathedral, central to many walking routes through the old town.
- Gluten-free
Arroz de Cuxá
Rice cooked with dried shrimp, sesame and fragrant local spices. It is one of São Luís’s signature dishes with strong Afro-Indigenous coastal roots.
- Gluten-free
Caranguejo
Blue crab picked from the shell and served as a rich stew or filling. A classic seaside speciality tied to Maranhão’s mangroves and coastal cooking.
- Gluten-free
Peixe Frito
Fresh-water fish, often fried or grilled, commonly served with rice, farofa and molho. It is a staple in Maranhão thanks to the region’s rivers and coast.
Casa de Juja
Refined restaurant in the historic centre serving contemporary Brazilian dishes with regional ingredients in an elegant colonial setting.
Cabana do Sol
Traditional Maranhão restaurant known for local seafood and regional classics such as arroz de cuxá in a polished but relaxed space.
Cafofinho da Tia Dica
Well-known casual venue specialising in Maranhão cuisine, especially crab and regional seafood dishes, with a lively local atmosphere.
Brazilian real (R$)
Moderate for Brazil. Hotels in tourist areas and seafood can cost more, but local meals and buses remain fairly affordable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- R$20-R$35 for street food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- R$50-R$90 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- R$120+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- R$6-R$12 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra tipping is optional. Round up taxi fares modestly. Tipping in cafés is not expected but small change is appreciated.
Bilhete Único
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Prices
- Single ticket
- R$ 4,20
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís -> Praça Deodoro, São Luís
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Use the Bilhete Único card to make integrated bus journeys within the system rules. The city government page explains card use and integration.
- Card or contactless bank-card acceptance on buses is not confirmed from the official source checked. Carry a transport card or cash as a precaution.
FAQs: Belém to São Luís coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belém to São Luís by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at São Luís, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Belém to São Luís can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Belém to São Luís is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Belém to São Luís is 15h 30m to travel the 482 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Belém to São Luís leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Belém to São Luís leaves at 19:31.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Belém to São Luís with REAL MAIA, JAMJOY. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Belém to São Luís, you can count on REAL MAIA, JAMJOY for the best way to get you to São Luís. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Belém and São Luís and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Belém , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Belém, Terminal Rodoviário, Ananindeua, Terminal Rodoviário, Marituba, Terminal Rodoviário . When arriving in São Luís , you can end your route in coach stations like São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Belém, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário, located 7 away from the city centre.
A trip to São Luís from Belém is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 15h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Belém to São Luís is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belém and São Luís including taking a coach and flight.
No, the coach from Belém to São Luís has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Belém to São Luís.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Belém to São Luís.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Belém to São Luís.
No, luggage for the coach from Belém to São Luís needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Belém to São Luís.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Belém to São Luís.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Belém to São Luís.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Belém to São Luís.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Belém and São Luís
Most Belém to São Luís buses use the Belém, Terminal Rodoviário to São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Belém and São Luís bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Belém
Arrival bus stations in São Luís
Which Belém station do buses to São Luís leave from?
Buses from Belém to São Luís leave from Belém, Terminal Rodoviário. The station is 4 km from Belém city centre at Bus Terminal in Bethlehem Praça da Leitura, s/n 208 São Brás 500o, Belém - PA, Brazil.
Belém, Terminal RodoviárioBus Terminal in Bethlehem Praça da Leitura, s/n 208 São Brás 500o, Belém - PA, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to Belém, Terminal Rodoviário from Belém city centre
Belém, Terminal Rodoviário is 4 km from Belém city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus305, 306, 307
Belém, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services
Belém, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with local and fast food options
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Belém, Terminal Rodoviário.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belém, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belém, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities.
Which São Luís station do buses from Belém arrive at?
Buses from Belém to São Luís most often arrive at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário. Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your São Luís arrival station.
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário65036-284, Av. dos Franceses, 300 - Tirirical, São Luís - MA, 65036-284, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário from São Luís city centre
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário is 7 km from São Luís city centre. Public transport options include:
BusMunicipal lines T1, A920, A921
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with local and fast food options
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are two ATMs inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps, accessible restrooms.
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