The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE
Cheapest price
£264
Average price
£264
Fastest journey
1 d 18 h 56 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 56 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1875 km
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 £264 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £264.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rio de Janeiro, RJ for Recife, PE every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1875 km distance in an average of 1 d 18 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 18 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 18 h 56 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 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 prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 1875 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£181 Average Price Cheapest | £287 Average Price |
43h 26m Average total duration 42h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 42h56 | 11:26 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE
Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to Recife, PE run on average 1 times per day, taking around 42h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £63 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 42h 56m.
Distance 1875 km |
Average bus duration 42h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 42h 56m |
First bus 13:30 |
Last bus 20:00 |
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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and Recife, PE
- 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
- Large parking area available for private vehicles
- Food court with multiple options and snack stands
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Multiple local bus lines
- Metro: Nearby Imbiribeira station
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