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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£129
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£129
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 d 19 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 d 19 h 1 m
Buses on 19 Sept
2
Distance
1875 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £129.
Fast coaches
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 1875 km distance in an average of 1 d 19 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 19 h 1 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 19 h 1 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.
13:3043h01Rio de Janeiro8:31Recife, PE£1291One-way0 changes- 13:3043h01Rio de Janeiro8:31Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP£1301One-way0 changes
- 13:3043h01Rio de Janeiro8:31Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP£1301One-way0 changes
- 13:3043h01Rio de Janeiro8:31Recife, PE£1291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £116, while a flight costs an average of £523.
Distance: 1875 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price Cheapest | £523 Average Price | £203 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
43h 31m Average total duration 43h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 34h 15m 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE is a coach with an average price of £116.
This is compared to other travel options from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE:
A coach is £77 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE costing on average £193.
The fastest way to travel from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
Other travel options to Recife, PE take longer:
Coach takes on average 43h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE 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 £116 compared to roughly £203 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £87. The journey takes 43h 1m versus 34h 15m 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.
Direct services are operated by Gontijo.
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
Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:30 Rio de Janeiro | 43h01 | 8:31 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE coaches with Omio?
Gontijo operates all coaches services from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE
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Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE run on average 1 times per day, taking around 43h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £77 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 13:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 1875 km distance in 43h 1m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £77
Distance 1875 km |
Average bus duration 43h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 43h 1m |
First bus 13:30 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £77
Bus providers: Gontijo from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PEYou can travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with Gontijo for as low as £76. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Gontijo
About
Gontijo is a prominent Brazilian bus company, founded in 1943 by Abílio Gontijo when he was just 19 years old. Starting with a single Chevrolet Commercial 1940 bus, the company has grown to become one of the largest road passenger transport companies in Brazil. Headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Gontijo operates over 258 daily departures across Brazil, serving 20 states and the Federal District, and even has a route to Paraguay. The company is known for its extensive network, offering various bus classes including conventional, executive, semi-bed, and sleeper options, with a fleet of approximately 1,500 vehicles. Gontijo is part of a conglomerate that also includes Viação Nacional, Continental, and São Cristovão.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gontijo Duration
43h 1m
Cheapest Gontijo Price
£92
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
Bus providers: Gontijo from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PEYou can travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with Gontijo for as low as £76. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Gontijo
About
Gontijo is a prominent Brazilian bus company, founded in 1943 by Abílio Gontijo when he was just 19 years old. Starting with a single Chevrolet Commercial 1940 bus, the company has grown to become one of the largest road passenger transport companies in Brazil. Headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Gontijo operates over 258 daily departures across Brazil, serving 20 states and the Federal District, and even has a route to Paraguay. The company is known for its extensive network, offering various bus classes including conventional, executive, semi-bed, and sleeper options, with a fleet of approximately 1,500 vehicles. Gontijo is part of a conglomerate that also includes Viação Nacional, Continental, and São Cristovão.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gontijo Duration
43h 1m
Cheapest Gontijo Price
£92
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
What's included in each class
Compare Gontijo classes and the amenities included in each one.
Economy Plus
- Mobile ticket
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 135° recline angle
Full Sleeper
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile ticket
- USB Sockets
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 180° recline angle
Full Sleeper Solo
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile ticket
- USB Sockets
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 180° recline angle
Half-sleeper
- Mobile ticket
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 145° recline angle
Half-sleeper Solo
- Mobile ticket
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- 145° recline angle
Sleeper
- Mobile ticket
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 160° recline angle
Sleeper Solo
- Mobile ticket
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Bottled water
- 160° recline angle
Complete guide to Recife, PE
Things to do in Recife, PE
Discover the best of Recife, PE — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Recife, PE trip today.
- Must visit
Oficina Cerâmica Francisco Brennand
Museum dedicated to sculptor Francisco Brennand, set in a dramatic former brickworks with extensive ceramic works and gardens.
- Must visit
Instituto Ricardo Brennand
Art museum inside a former sugar mill estate, presenting Francisco Brennand’s paintings, drawings and decorative work.
- Must visit
Paço do Frevo
Science museum and interactive cultural centre on the port, known for exhibitions linking technology, creativity and the city.
- Must visit
Recife Antigo
Historic port district with colourful streets, plazas, museums and nightlife, ideal for walking and photographing colonial façades.
- Must visit
Praia de Boa Viagem
Popular urban beach lined with a seafront promenade, cycle path and broad ocean views, especially lively at sunset.
- Recommended
Praça da República
Central square framed by government buildings, gardens and the Santa Isabel Theatre, offering a calm stop in the old city.
- Gluten-free
Caldeirada de peixe pernambucana
A rich fish stew from Pernambuco made with fish, coconut milk, peppers and coriander. A coastal classic closely tied to Recife’s Afro-Indigenous cooking.
- Gluten-free
Sarapatel
Slow-cooked beef stew with pumpkin, cassava, greens and spices. Traditional in Pernambuco and especially associated with festive family meals.
- Gluten-free
Feijoada pernambucana
A comforting stew of broad beans with jerked beef or pork, often served with rice and farinha. Popular in Recife homes and regional restaurants.
Parraxaxá
Traditional north-eastern restaurant known for carne de sol, regional stews and hearty Pernambuco dishes in a casual setting.
Leite
Refined regional Brazilian cooking in a polished setting, with strong emphasis on north-eastern ingredients and seafood.
Bargaço
Well-known seafood restaurant with moquecas, grilled fish and shellfish, popular for relaxed meals in Boa Viagem.
Brazilian real (R$)
Moderate by Brazilian beach-city standards. Hotels vary widely; local meals and buses are affordable, while seafront dining and peak-season stays cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- R$20-R$35 for street food or simple meals.
- Mid-range
- R$50-R$90 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- R$120+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- R$6-R$12 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra tipping is optional. Round up in cafés if no service is added. Taxis do not expect tips, but rounding up the fare is appreciated.
Cartão VEM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- R$ 4,50
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Estação Aeroporto -> Recife city centre
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Use a VEM card for integrated bus and metro travel across the Grande Recife system. The official VEM channels mention the Cartão VEM app and online support.
- Current official fare notices confirm the standard public transport fare is R$ 4,50 from 1 February 2026. I could not verify an official day pass from operator or authority sources.
FAQs: Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE can start from as little as £76 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE is £129; 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE is 42h 56m to travel the 1875 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE leaves at 13:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE leaves at 20:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with Gontijo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE, you can count on Gontijo for the best way to get you to Recife, PE. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rio de Janeiro, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP, located 11 away from the city centre.
A trip to Recife, PE from Rio de Janeiro, RJ is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 42h 56m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE:
- Gontijo
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE for coach company Gontijo.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Gontijo.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE:
- Gontijo
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE:
- Gontijo
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE. The following conditions apply:
- Gontijo
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with the following coach company: Gontijo
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with the following coach company: Gontijo.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE with the following coach company: Gontijo.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE
Most Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE buses use the Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio to Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP station pair. Use this guide to compare Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Rio de Janeiro
Arrival bus stations in Recife
Which Rio de Janeiro, RJ station do buses to Recife, PE leave from?
Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE leave from Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio. The station is from Rio de Janeiro, RJ city centre at Av. Francisco Bicalho, 1 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310, Brazil.
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo RioAv. Francisco Bicalho, 1 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio from Rio de Janeiro city centre
Bus355, Sr355, Sn355 · 10m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
Sn209 · 15m · £0.90
108 · 13m · every ~8 min
104, Sn104 · 24m · every ~6 min
TramL2, L4 · 11m · £0.90 · every ~28 min
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio bus station facilities and services
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio 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 various restaurants and snack bars
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
Which Recife, PE station do buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ arrive at?
Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE arrive at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP. Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP is 11 km from Recife, PE city centre.
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIPR. Histo. Luís do Nascimento, 294 - Várzea, Recife - PE, 50950-030, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP from Recife city centre
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP is 11 km from Recife city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCentro · 32m · £0.90 · every ~28 min
Bus370 · 1h 8m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP bus station facilities and services
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP 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 multiple options and snack stands
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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