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Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE from various bus operators like Expresso Guanabara, Viação UTIL or Gipsyy for the next days.

today
$243
tomorrow
$178
Thursday
$204
Friday
$307
Saturday
$207
Sunday
$166
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação UTIL 73h 27m 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:57 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Premium Economy $243
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Vitória da Conquista, BA, you can save more than $63? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      51h 33m
      0
      9:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      6:30 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Premium Economy
      $58
      • Waiting Time 0h 18m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      29h 45m
      0
      6:48 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      12:33 PM
      Fortaleza, CE
      Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Economy
      $121
    Travel Time is 21h 54m shorter, and you will save $63

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expresso Guanabara 51h 32m 8:41 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:13 AM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Economy $178
Viação UTIL 75h 59m 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 8:29 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Premium Economy $277

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expresso Guanabara 50h 33m 10:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:33 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Economy $204
Expresso Guanabara 50h 8m 10:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:08 PM Fortaleza, CE Messejana Bus Station  Economy $204
Viação UTIL 73h 27m 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:57 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Premium Economy $239
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Vitória da Conquista, BA, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      51h 33m
      0
      9:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      6:30 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Premium Economy
      $58
      • Waiting Time 0h 18m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      29h 45m
      0
      6:48 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      12:33 PM
      Fortaleza, CE
      Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Economy
      $121
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação UTIL 75h 59m 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 8:29 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Premium Economy $307
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Vitória da Conquista, BA, you can save more than $161? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      58h 40m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      5:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      $62
      • Waiting Time 6h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      33h 0m
      0
      11:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      8:40 PM
      Fortaleza, CE
      Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      $84
    Travel Time is 17h 19m shorter, and you will save $161

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gipsyy 51h 33m 11:21 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:54 AM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Economy $207
Expresso Guanabara 51h 5m 11:21 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:26 AM Fortaleza, CE Messejana Bus Station  Economy $208
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Vitória da Conquista, BA, you can save more than $61? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      58h 40m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      5:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      $62
      • Waiting Time 6h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      33h 0m
      0
      11:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      8:40 PM
      Fortaleza, CE
      Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      $84
    Travel time is 7h 35m longer, but you will save $61

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gipsyy 50h 33m 10:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:33 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Economy $166
Viação UTIL 73h 27m 4:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:57 PM Fortaleza, CE Eng. João Thomé Bus Station  Premium Economy $293
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Vitória da Conquista, BA, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      58h 40m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      5:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      $62
      • Waiting Time 6h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      33h 0m
      0
      11:40 AM
      Vitória da Conquista, BA
      Bus Station
      8:40 PM
      Fortaleza, CE
      Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      $84
    Travel time is 8h 7m longer, but you will save $20

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE is $166 on 1/8/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Compare all providers like Expresso Guanabara, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy that travel 4 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE starting from $166!

Cheapest Bus $166
Fastest Bus 50h 8m
Earliest Bus 4:30 PM
Latest Bus 4:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 1,362.1 miles
Bus Companies Expresso Guanabara, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Every day, 4 buses from 3 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Fortaleza, CE: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/30/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/28
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
$243
Wednesday 12/31
$173
Thursday 01/01
$208
Friday 01/02
$307
Saturday 01/03
$208
Sunday 01/04
$301
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
$271
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
$166
Friday 01/09
Saturday 01/10
Sunday 01/11
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 01/13
Wednesday 01/14
Thursday 01/15
$167
Friday 01/16
Saturday 01/17
Sunday 01/18
Monday 01/19
Tuesday 01/20
Wednesday 01/21
$177
Thursday 01/22
Friday 01/23
Saturday 01/24

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $166, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $304.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, with $166. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $239.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

These are the most booked bus companies between Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE from our users.

Gipsyy from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Gipsyy

Here you will find the key facts about the Gipsyy bus route Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE:

Cheapest Price $166
Fastest Bus 50h 33m
Earliest Bus 11:21 PM
Last Bus 10:00 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 12/3/2025

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE? Or which bus companies serve the route Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $166 and takes 50h 33m to reach Fortaleza, CE. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $166 and $307. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Fortaleza, CE.

On average, how many connections are available from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE each day?

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE is offered by Expresso Guanabara and takes 50h 8m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $204. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

The earliest bus arriving in Fortaleza, CE from Rio de Janeiro starts at 4:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Fortaleza, CE starts at 4:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, passengers can travel with Expresso Guanabara, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expresso Guanabara, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy.

What can I take with me on the Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 4 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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