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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

6 h

Average duration

6 h

Buses per day

153

Distance

358 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP 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 São Paulo, SP will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 153 buses that leave Rio de Janeiro, RJ for São Paulo, SP every day 153 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 358 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 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.

WE MOBI

09:506h30

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

16:20São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê

£131One-way

0 changes

Viação Rio Doce

23:456h30

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

06:15São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê

£131One-way

0 changes

Viação Rio Doce

14:006h30

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

20:30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê

£141One-way

0 changes

Viação Rio Doce

10:006h30

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

16:30São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê

£141One-way

0 changes

WE MOBI

22:506h30

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

05:20São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê

£151One-way

0 changes

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Compare coach and flight for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £90.

Distance: 358 km

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Most popular Coach	Flight
£14 Average Price Cheapest	£355 Average Price
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP bus times

The table below shows live departures for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:06

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
	03:25 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	7h05	10:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	10:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:35 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	10:05 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	10:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:47 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	10:17 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	04:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	10:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	04:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	10:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	04:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	11:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	04:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	11:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	04:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	11:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	05:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	11:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	05:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	12:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	08:25 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	14:55 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	08:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	15:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	15:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	15:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	15:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	16:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	15:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	09:55 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	16:25 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	10:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	16:40 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	10:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	16:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	10:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	16:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	10:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h15	16:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	10:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	17:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	11:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	17:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	11:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	17:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	11:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	18:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	18:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	18:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	18:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	18:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h20	18:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	19:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	18:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:50 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	19:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	12:55 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	19:25 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	13:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	19:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	13:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	19:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	13:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	19:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	13:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	20:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	20:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	20:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	20:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	20:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	20:40 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	14:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	21:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	15:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	21:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	15:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	21:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	15:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	21:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	15:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	21:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	15:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	22:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	22:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	22:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	22:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	22:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	22:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	23:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	16:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	23:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	23:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	23:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	23:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	23:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	23:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	00:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	00:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	23:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:40 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	00:10 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	17:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	7h00	00:45 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp	0 changesdirect
	18:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	00:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	18:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	01:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	19:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	01:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	19:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	01:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	19:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	02:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	20:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	02:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	20:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	02:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	20:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	02:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	20:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	02:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	20:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	03:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	21:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	03:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	21:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	03:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	21:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	03:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	22:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	04:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	22:50 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	05:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	23:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	05:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	23:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	05:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	23:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	06:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
	00:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	06:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	00:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	06:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	00:20 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	7h00	07:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	00:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	07:00 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp	0 changesdirect
	00:55 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	07:25 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	07:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	07:40 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	07:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h34	07:49 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	07:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:25 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	07:55 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h45	08:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	07:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	07:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	07:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:50 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:50 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	01:55 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:25 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:00 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	7h00	09:05 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp	0 changesdirect
	02:10 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h01	08:11 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:15 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	08:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:20 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	09:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:40 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:10 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:40 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	09:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h40	09:25 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp	0 changesdirect
	02:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:45 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:50 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:20 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:55 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:55 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h25	09:24 São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp	0 changesdirect
	02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:29 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:59 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h00	08:59 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	02:59 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h31	09:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
	03:05 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio	6h30	09:35 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê	0 changesdirect
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Overview: Bus from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP

Brazil

Brazil

Buses from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP run on average 100 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 100 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 358 km distance in 6h 0m.

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

Distance

358 km

Average bus duration

5h 59m

Cheapest ticket price

£11

Buses per day

100

Direct buses

100

Fastest bus

6h 0m

First bus

00:01

Last bus

23:58

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

Bus providers: Penha, Itapemirim, FlixBus, Águia Branca, Expresso Do Sul, 1001, Catarinense, Viação Rio Doce, WE MOBI, Expresso Adamantina from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SPYou can travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP with Penha, Itapemirim, FlixBus, Águia Branca, Expresso Do Sul, 1001, Catarinense, Viação Rio Doce, WE MOBI, Expresso Adamantina for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 40m

Cheapest Price

£13

FlixBus frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

Águia Branca

About

Águia Branca is a prominent Brazilian bus company, established in 1946, offering extensive road transportation services across Brazil. It operates over 201 daily departures, connecting major cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Salvador, and serving more than 700 destinations across several states including Espírito Santo, Bahia, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. The company is part of the larger Grupo Águia Branca, which also includes logistics and vehicle sales divisions. Águia Branca is known for its focus on comfort and safety, with various bus types such as Conventional, Executivo, Plus Service, and Double Leito, some offering amenities like Wi-Fi, USB outlets, and air conditioning.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Price

£16

Águia Branca frequency

20 a day

Luggage included

One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

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

Expresso Do Sul

About

Expresso do Sul is a Brazilian bus company based in Sao Paulo, offering intercity bus services primarily within Brazil. The company began operations in 2000 with a route between Florianopolis and Curitiba, expanding to include the popular Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo route in 2002. Expresso do Sul provides various bus classes, including Conventional, Executive, Semi-Sleeper, and Sleeper, with amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, and in some newer vehicles, Wi-Fi and USB charging ports. They are known for connecting major cities like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis, and Curitiba.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Expresso Do Sul frequency

17 a day

Luggage included

One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

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

Catarinense

About

Catarinense is a prominent Brazilian bus company, part of the JCA group, which collectively transports nearly 100 million passengers annually across South and Southeast Brazil. Based in Florianópolis, Catarinense offers over 274 daily departures to numerous cities including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Curitiba. The company provides various travel classes such as Conventional, Executive, Semi-sleeper, and Sleeper, all featuring reclining seats, air conditioning, and restrooms. Many newer buses also offer Wi-Fi and individual USB ports. Popular routes include São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo to Foz do Iguaçu, and Florianópolis to São Paulo.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Price

£16

Catarinense frequency

13 a day

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 accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.

Bikes

Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers

Viação Rio Doce

About

Viação Rio Doce is a Brazilian bus company established on July 1, 1978, following a split from Cia. São Geraldo de Viação. Initially managing regional routes in Minas Gerais and Bahia, the company expanded its services to include cities in Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, and later São Paulo. With a fleet of over 350 buses, Viação Rio Doce transports approximately 12 million passengers annually. They offer various bus classes, including Conventional and Executive, with amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and onboard toilets. The company is recognized for its focus on safety, comfort, and punctuality, and also provides cargo transport services.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Price

£11

Viação Rio Doce frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

One checked luggage 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 accessibility available with advance notice. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.

Bikes

Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers

Penha

About

Expresso Nossa Senhora da Penha, often known simply as Viação Penha, is a Brazilian bus company with over 60 years of history, founded in 1961 in Curitiba, Paraná. It resulted from the merger of several smaller companies. Penha operates extensive bus routes across Brazil, serving the South, Southeast, and Northeast regions, including states like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, Paraná, Pernambuco, and Bahia. The company is known for its modern fleet, offering various services such as conventional, semi-sleeper, and \Leito Cama\" (bed-seat) options, with amenities like air conditioning, reclining seats, and sometimes Wi-Fi and USB outlets. Penha also provides cargo transport services."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 0m

Cheapest Price

£13

Penha frequency

14 a day

Luggage included

One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

Amenities on board the bus

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities

Bikes

Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers

Itapemirim

About

Itapemirim was a Brazilian passenger road transport company founded on July 4, 1953, in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. It grew to become the largest road passenger transport business in Brazil and Latin America, at one point dominating 70% of Brazilian territory with 1,700 buses and operating in 10 countries. The company was known for its focus on passenger comfort, reliability, and punctuality. However, Itapemirim faced significant financial difficulties and controversies, including the diversion of funds to create an airline, ITA Transportes Aéreos, which operated for only six months in 2021. The company was declared bankrupt on September 21, 2022. Currently, the bus lines are being operated under a lease agreement by Suzantur, as Nova Itapemirim.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 0m

Cheapest Price

£15

Itapemirim frequency

24 a day

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 accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents

1001

About

Autoviação 1001 is a prominent bus company based in Niterói, Brazil, with over 70 years of experience in passenger transportation. Founded in 1968, it has grown to be a major provider of bus services, primarily connecting cities in the Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo regions. The company offers various bus categories, including Conventional, Executive, Semi-sleeper, and Sleeper, all equipped with reclining seats, footrests, air conditioning, and restrooms. Many newer vehicles also provide Wi-Fi and individual USB ports. 1001 operates numerous daily departures to popular destinations like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Buzios, with a focus on safety, punctuality, and comfort.

Luggage & cancellation policy

1001 frequency

16 a day

Luggage included

One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

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

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate

WE MOBI

About

WEMOBI is a Brazilian bus company based in Sao Paulo, offering intercity and regular bus lines primarily within Brazil. As a low-cost startup launched by the JCA Group, WEMOBI focuses on a technology-driven, fully digital model to provide affordable fares. They utilize double-decker buses with increased seating capacity and operate in high-demand cities to further reduce costs. WEMOBI aims to make travel more accessible, offering promotions and allowing advance ticket purchases for potential discounts. While some routes offer amenities like Wi-Fi and individual USB ports, and pets are welcome on certain services, customer reviews indicate occasional delays.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Price

£12

WE MOBI frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

One piece of checked luggage up to 23kg

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Toilets

USB plugs

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers

Expresso Adamantina

About

Expresso Adamantina is a traditional Brazilian bus company, founded on August 24, 1966, in Dracena, São Paulo. It specializes in intercity and interstate road passenger transport, with a focus on connecting people and destinations across various states, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul. The company is known for its continuous investment in modernizing its fleet and improving customer service, offering amenities like air conditioning, restrooms, power outlets, and Wi-Fi on board. Expresso Adamantina is part of a larger group that includes Expresso Espírito Santo, Guimatur Turismo, Transportes Labor, Viação Adamantina, Viação Esmeralda, and Rápido Linense.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

8h 20m

Cheapest Price

£11

Expresso Adamantina frequency

3 a day

FAQs: Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP 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 São Paulo, SP, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs

Cheap coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time between Rio de Janeiro, RJ and São Paulo, SP is on average 5 h 30 min for the 222 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to São Paulo, SP from Rio de Janeiro, RJ by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP without having to change trains with FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca, Expresso Do Sul or 1001. There are 90 direct coaches from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the journey from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP you can take a coach with FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca, Expresso Do Sul or 1001. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to São Paulo, SP from Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP by coach is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rio de Janeiro, RJ and São Paulo, SP including taking a coach or flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Catarinense
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
Águia Branca
- 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 São Paulo, SP for coach companies FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca and Expresso Do Sul.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach companies FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca and Expresso Do Sul.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP depends on the:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Catarinense
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Águia Branca
- 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 São Paulo, SP:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Catarinense
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Águia Branca
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
Catarinense
- Small pets allowed in carriers
Águia Branca
- 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 São Paulo, SP with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca and Expresso Do Sul

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca and Expresso Do Sul.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Rio de Janeiro, RJ to São Paulo, SP with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Catarinense, Águia Branca and Expresso Do Sul.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Rio de Janeiro, RJ and São Paulo, SP

Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo

The major coach station for departures in Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio for your trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo.

Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio Wifi

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Amenities at bus station

Wifi

Wifi

Parking

Parking

Dining

Dining

ATM

ATM

Taxis

Taxis

Accessibility

Accessibility

WC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office

information

address

Address

Av. Francisco Bicalho, 1 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310, Brazil

ticketOfficeHours

Ticket Office Hours

04:00-23:00

carConnection

Car connection

Via Avenida Francisco Bicalho

Wifi

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi available

Parking

Parking

Paid parking available on-site

Dining

Dining

Food court with various restaurants and snack bars

Taxis

Taxis

Available at designated taxi stand outside main entrance

Accessibility

Accessibility

Wheelchair ramps and elevators

WC

Public restrooms available for a fee

Public transport options for Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio

Bus: Multiple city bus lines
Metro: Central Station (nearby)

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