The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte 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 Belo Horizonte will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 17 buses that leave Rio de Janeiro, RJ for Belo Horizonte every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £113.
Distance: 340 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £209 Average Price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:20 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h05 | 23:25 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h40 | 01:10 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 01:15 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 02:30 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 8h15 | 08:00 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 00:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h20 | 07:20 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 00:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h40 | 07:40 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 00:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h40 | 08:10 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 08:30 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h05 | 08:35 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 09:00 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h31 | 09:30 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h10 | 09:10 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h20 | 09:35 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h20 | 09:50 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h32 | 10:31 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h46 | 10:45 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 8h15 | 19:45 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 8h00 | 20:00 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 8h25 | 22:25 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 21:30 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 7h30 | 23:30 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte
Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 340 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 23:58 |
FAQs: Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte 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 Belo Horizonte, 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 Belo Horizonte, Terminal Rodoviária, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
- Util
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select vehicles with advance notice required
- Cometa
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Belo Horizonte, follow these tips:
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- One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
- Cometa
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
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- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Cometa
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Cometa
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Belo Horizonte
- 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)
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available at terminal
- Food court with multiple restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
- Metro: Lagoinha Station
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