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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 22 buses that leave Rio de Janeiro, RJ for Arraial do Cabo every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
Live departures
Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 4h04 | 17:07 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 2h55 | 17:28 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:34 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 4h00 | 19:34 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h48 | 19:51 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h35 | 20:38 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:02 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 4h00 | 22:02 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h26 | 21:59 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:32 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 5h17 | 00:49 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h59 | 00:02 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h11 | 00:14 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:32 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h46 | 01:18 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:34 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 4h00 | 01:34 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h55 | 01:58 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h50 | 02:53 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 November | |||||
| 02:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h40 | 05:43 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h45 | 11:18 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h45 | 12:18 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h50 | 14:23 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:33 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 3h59 | 15:32 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:03 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 2h55 | 14:58 Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo
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Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:03 |
FAQs: Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Arraial do Cabo 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 Arraial do Cabo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Arraial do Cabo, Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa, located 0.3 miles (495 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Arraial do Cabo
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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)
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available at station
- Small snack bar inside station
- Available at station entrance
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Local city buses available
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