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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 buses that leave Santos for Rio de Janeiro, RJ every day 3 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 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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 Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £31.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £210 Average Price |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coaches for today, Tuesday 10 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 9h15 | 20:45 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 9h20 | 01:50 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 March | |||||
| 00:00 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 8h25 | 08:25 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 00:00 Santos | 8h25 | 08:25 Rio de Janeiro, RJ | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:15 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 7h55 | 09:10 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 02:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 6h40 | 09:10 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 02:30 Santos | 6h40 | 09:10 Rio de Janeiro, RJ | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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Buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 340 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 07:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Util, Viação Sampaio from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Util, Viação Sampaio for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Util
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select vehicles with advance notice required
- Viação Sampaio
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- Util
- One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
- Viação Sampaio
- One checked luggage up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
- Util
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Viação Sampaio
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Util
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Viação Sampaio
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of the terminal
- Food court with several options
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Multiple local lines
- VLT: Santos-Porto line
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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)
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