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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Showing times and prices for 25 Apr
Cheapest price
£170
Average price
£190
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
340 km
Cheap tickets
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 £190 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £170.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Santos for Rio de Janeiro, RJ every day 5 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 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.
22:157h55Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:10Rio de Janeiro£1701One-way0 changes
23:306h40Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:10Rio de Janeiro£1731One-way0 changes- 21:009h00Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:00Rio de Janeiro£1881One-way0 changes
- 8:309h15Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior17:45Rio de Janeiro£1991One-way0 changes
- 13:309h05Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior22:35Rio de Janeiro£2201One-way0 changes
- 23:306h40Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:10Rio de Janeiro£1731One-way0 changes
- 22:157h55Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:10Rio de Janeiro£1701One-way0 changes
- 21:009h00Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior6:00Rio de Janeiro£1881One-way0 changes
- 13:309h05Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior22:35Rio de Janeiro£2201One-way0 changes
- 8:309h15Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior17:45Rio de Janeiro£1991One-way0 changes
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 |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £211 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, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 21:00 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 8h25 | 5:25 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:15 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 7h55 | 6:10 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 7h55 | 7:25 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 25 April | |||||
| 8:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 9h15 | 17:45 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior | 9h05 | 22:35 Rio de Janeiro | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coaches with Omio?
Util as well as Viação Sampaio offer coaches services from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Why book with Omio vs Util?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Util, but also compare tickets for the likes of Viação Sampaio to find the best option for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Util with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Viação Sampaio to find the best option for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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.
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 340 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 7:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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: 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
Util
About
Util is a Brazilian bus company founded in 1950, and since 2003, it has been part of the Guanabara Group. It operates in several Brazilian states, including Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Goiás, Mato Grosso, and the Federal District. Util connects 114 municipalities with a fleet of 157 buses, serving approximately 175,000 passengers monthly. The company is known for its focus on comfort, a modern fleet, and sustainable practices such as real-time tracking, biofuel use, and recycling. Popular routes include connections between major cities like Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and São Paulo.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
£15
Luggage included
One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
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 on select vehicles with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
Viação Sampaio
About
Viação Sampaio is a Brazilian bus company, founded in 1966, that operates primarily on the Rio de Janeiro-São Paulo axis, connecting major cities and various municipalities in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais. The company is part of the Guanabara Group and offers a range of services including regular bus lines, intercity routes, and vehicle chartering for events and excursions. Viação Sampaio provides different bus classes such as Conventional, Executive, Semi-Leito, and Leito, which vary in comfort and amenities like reclining seats, air conditioning, and on some newer vehicles, Wi-Fi. They also offer a cargo and parcel delivery service.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 55m
Cheapest Price
£16
Luggage included
One checked luggage 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
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is £30; 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 Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is 6h 40m to travel the 340 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 Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 7:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Util, Viação Sampaio. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, you can count on Util, Viação Sampaio for the best way to get you to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Santos , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior . When arriving in Rio de Janeiro, RJ , you can end your route in coach stations like Rio de Janeiro, Niterói, Rodoviária Roberto Silveira.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rio de Janeiro, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Rio de Janeiro, RJ from Santos is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
- 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
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ for coach company Viação Sampaio, Util.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Util, Viação Sampaio.
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 Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
- Util
- One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
- Viação Sampaio
- One checked luggage up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
- Util
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Viação Sampaio
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. The following conditions apply:
- Util
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Viação Sampaio
- Small pets allowed in carriers
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Viação Sampaio, Util
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Viação Sampaio, Util.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Santos
Rio de Janeiro
The major coach station for departures in Santos is Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro.
Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Via Av. Ana Costa or Av. São FranciscoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Available in front of the terminal
Dining
- Food court with several options
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand
Accessibility
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
WC
- Public restrooms available
Public transport options for Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
- Bus: Multiple local lines
- VLT: Santos-Porto line
The major coach station for arrivals 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 to Rio de Janeiro from Santos.
Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 04:00-23:00
Car connection
Via Avenida Francisco BicalhoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Paid parking available on-site
Dining
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand outside main entrance
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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