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The cheapest and fastest coaches from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
19 h 18 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
853 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Fast coaches
Of the 7 buses that leave São Paulo, SP for Porto Alegre, RS every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 853 km distance in an average of 19 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .
The slowest buses will take 21 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.
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São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê11:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£331One-way
0 changes
12:0019h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê07:00Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£371One-way
0 changes
22:4521h15
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê20:00Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£401One-way
0 changes
22:0019h30
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê17:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£431One-way
0 changes
14:3019h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê09:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£441One-way
0 changes
17:3018h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê11:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£331One-way
0 changes
12:0019h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê07:00Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£371One-way
0 changes
14:3019h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê09:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£441One-way
0 changes
22:0019h30
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê17:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£431One-way
0 changes
19:3021h00
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê16:30Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
£451One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 853 km
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price |
20h 35m Average total duration 20h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS bus times
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 09:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 15:00 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 10:00 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 19h00 | 12:30 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 22h45 | 17:30 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 18h00 | 14:30 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:30 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 21h00 | 19:30 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:15 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 18h10 | 19:25 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:45 São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 21h15 | 23:00 Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS
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Buses from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 853 km distance in 18h 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 853 km |
Average bus duration 20h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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, Expresso Adamantina from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RSYou can travel by bus between São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with Penha, Itapemirim, Expresso Adamantina for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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
18h 0m
Cheapest Price
£27
Penha frequency
5 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
18h 10m
Cheapest Price
£29
Itapemirim frequency
2 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
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
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
22h 30m
Cheapest Price
£26
Expresso Adamantina frequency
1 a day
FAQs: São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS 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 Porto Alegre, RS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is £38; 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 São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is 18h 0m to travel the 853 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 São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS leaves at 7:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with Penha, Itapemirim, Expresso Adamantina. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS, you can count on Penha, Itapemirim, Expresso Adamantina for the best way to get you to Porto Alegre, RS. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between São Paulo, SP and Porto Alegre, RS and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, which is located around 3 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Porto Alegre, RS from São Paulo, SP is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 18h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between São Paulo, SP and Porto Alegre, RS including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
- Itapemirim
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
- Penha
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS for coach company Penha, Itapemirim.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Penha.
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 São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
- Itapemirim
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Penha
- One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS:
- Itapemirim
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
- Penha
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS. The following conditions apply:
- Itapemirim
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
- Penha
- Small pets allowed in carriers
You can reserve your seat on the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following coach company: Penha, Itapemirim
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following coach company: Penha, Itapemirim.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from São Paulo, SP to Porto Alegre, RS with the following coach company: Itapemirim.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in São Paulo, SP and Porto Alegre, RS
São Paulo
Porto Alegre
The major coach station for departures in São Paulo is São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê for your trip from São Paulo to Porto Alegre.
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 04:00-23:30
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
Via Marginal TietêWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Paid parking available on-site
Dining
- Food court with multiple restaurants and fast food options
Taxis
- Taxi stand available at main entrance
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, ramps
WC
- Public restrooms available for a fee
Shower
- Paid shower facilities available
Public transport options for São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê
- Metro: Portuguesa-Tietê Station (Line 1-Blue)
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
The major coach station for arrivals in Porto Alegre is Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária for your trip to Porto Alegre from São Paulo.
Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Largo Vespasiano Júlio VeppoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Paid parking available at station
Dining
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand outside station
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, accessible bathrooms
WC
- Available with fee
Public transport options for Porto Alegre, Estação Rodoviária
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
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