The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Cheapest price
£56655
Average price
£68739
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
21 h 4 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
749 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around £68739 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56655.
Of the 4 buses that leave Florianópolis for Rio de Janeiro, RJ every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 749 km distance in an average of 21 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 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.








Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 749 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price |
21h 8m Average total duration 20h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 20h00 | 11:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 22h00 | 15:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:45 Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 21h15 | 17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 21h00 | 19:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:00 Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 22h00 | 21:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Buses from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 749 km distance in 16h 6m.
Distance 749 km |
Average bus duration 20h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 6m |
First bus 07:30 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Itapemirim, Penha from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Itapemirim, Penha for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florianópolis to Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florianópolis and Rio de Janeiro, RJ
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available at terminal
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: TITRI, TICAN, TICEN lines
- 04:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available on-site
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside main entrance
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
- Metro: Central Station (nearby)
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