The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto 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 Ouro Prêto will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rio de Janeiro, RJ for Ouro Prêto every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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.
7:308h05Rio de Janeiro15:35Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário£351One-way0 changes
23:308h05Rio de Janeiro7:35Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário£681One-way0 changes
7:308h05Rio de Janeiro15:35Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário£351One-way0 changes
23:308h05Rio de Janeiro7:35Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £45, and a coach costs an average of £70.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 Rio de Janeiro | 8h05 | 10:35 Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Rio de Janeiro | 8h05 | 18:35 Ouro Preto, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto
Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £45 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 7:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: UTIL (by Guanabara) from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro PrêtoYou can travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto with UTIL (by Guanabara) for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
UTIL (by Guanabara)
FAQs: Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Ouro Prêto 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 Ouro Prêto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Ouro Prêto
- 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)
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Available at station entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Basic facilities available
- Bus lines: 10, 20, 30 (local city buses)
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