Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus with Util

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Sept

Cheapest price on 09 Sept

£62

Average ticket price on 09 Sept

£67

Fastest journey on 09 Sept

6 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 09 Sept

8 h 19 m

Buses on 09 Sept

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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.

Fast coaches

On Wed 09 Sept, we found 5 buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, including 5 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 8 h 19 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 20 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.

  • Viação Sampaio
    13:309h20
    Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
    22:50Rio de Janeiro
    £621One-way
    0 changes
  • Util
    21:008h25
    Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
    5:25Rio de Janeiro
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • Viação Sampaio
    8:309h15
    Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
    17:45Rio de Janeiro
    £691One-way
    0 changes
  • Viação Sampaio
    22:157h55
    Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
    6:10Rio de Janeiro
    £691One-way
    0 changes
  • Util
    23:306h40
    Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
    6:10Rio de Janeiro
    £701One-way
    0 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 an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £174.

Distance: 340 km

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Driving

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£174

Average Price

£53

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 55m

Average total duration

8h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 38m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Util

Most popular bus company

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Most popular airline

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is a coach with an average price of £31.

This is compared to other travel options from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:

A coach is £144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ costing on average £174.

The fastest way to travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Rio de Janeiro, RJ take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 25m.

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.
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 £31 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 8h 25m versus 6h 38m 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 Util, Viação Sampaio.

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

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 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Viação Sampaio8:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
9h20
17:50 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect
Viação Sampaio13:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
9h20
22:50 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect
Util21:00 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
8h25
5:25 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect
Viação Sampaio22:15 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
7h55
6:10 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect
Util23:30 Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
6h40
6:10 Rio de Janeiro0 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 £16 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
£16
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
6h 40m
First bus
7:30
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 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

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 £16. 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 Util Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Util Price
£26
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 Viação Sampaio Duration
7h 55m
Cheapest Viação Sampaio 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

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 £16. 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 Util Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Util Price
£26
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

What's included in each class

Compare Util classes and the amenities included in each one.

Economy
  • Mobile ticket
  • WC
  • 120° recline angle
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

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 Viação Sampaio Duration
7h 55m
Cheapest Viação Sampaio 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

What's included in each class

Compare Viação Sampaio classes and the amenities included in each one.

Economy
  • WC
  • 120° recline angle
Economy Plus
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • 135° recline angle
Full Sleeper
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • USB Sockets
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bottled water
  • 180° recline angle
Full Sleeper Solo
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • USB Sockets
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bottled water
  • 180° recline angle
Half-sleeper
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • 145° recline angle
Half-sleeper Solo
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • 145° recline angle
Sleeper
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bottled water
  • 160° recline angle
Sleeper Solo
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bottled water
  • 160° recline angle

Complete guide to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Things to do in Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro, RJ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rio de Janeiro, RJ trip today.

  • Must visit

Museu do Amanhã

Striking science museum on the waterfront with immersive exhibitions on sustainability, society and the future, suited to families and adults.

  • Recommended

Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro

Major art museum in Flamengo Park with Brazilian and international modern and contemporary works in a landmark modernist building.

  • Recommended

Museu da República

Museum in a former mansion presenting Brazilian decorative arts, period interiors and a pleasant garden in a calmer part of the city.

Brazilian real (R$)

Moderate for Brazil. Tourist areas and hotels cost more, but local meals, buses and metro stay fairly affordable versus major beach cities worldwide.

Average meal costs

Budget
R$20-35 for street food or simple meals.
Mid-range
R$60-120 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
R$180+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
R$6-12 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra is optional. Taxis do not expect tips, but rounding up is common. In cafés, small change is appreciated.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is £31; 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, São Vicente, Terminal Rodoviário . 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 km 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 May.
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 Util, Viação Sampaio.
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: Util, Viação Sampaio
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Util, Viação Sampaio.
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

Most Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses use the Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio station pair. Use this guide to compare Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Santos
Arrival bus stations in Rio de Janeiro

Which Santos station do buses to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from?

Buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior. The station is 3 km from Santos city centre at Centro, Santos - State of São Paulo, 11010-250, Brazil.
Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela JúniorCentro, Santos - State of São Paulo, 11010-250, BrazilWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior from Santos city centre

Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior is 2 km from Santos city centre. Public transport options include:

BusMultiple local lines
VLTSantos-Porto line

Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior bus station facilities and services

Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior 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 several options

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.

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