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Compare all timetables for the bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro from various bus operators like JBL Turismo or Crucero del Norte for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$196
Wednesday
Thursday
$196
Friday
$119
Saturday
Sunday
$194

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
JBL Turismo 53h 0m 12:30 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 5:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $196
JBL Turismo 52h 30m 12:30 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 5:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $198
  • Did you know that if you travel from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • JBL Turismo
      48h 0m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      7:45 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Premium Economy
      $83
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Viação Penha
      28h 30m
      0
      8:00 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      12:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      $76
    Travel Time is 4h 30m shorter, and you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
JBL Turismo 56h 30m 9:30 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 6:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $196
  • Did you know that if you travel from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • JBL Turismo
      48h 0m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      7:45 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Premium Economy
      $83
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Viação Penha
      28h 30m
      0
      8:00 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      12:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      $76
    Travel Time is 8h 30m shorter, and you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Crucero del Norte 44h 0m 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 2:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy $119
JBL Turismo 43h 50m 6:30 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 2:20 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy $119
Crucero del Norte 46h 0m 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 4:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy $197

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
JBL Turismo 53h 0m 12:30 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 5:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $194
JBL Turismo 52h 30m 12:30 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station 5:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $200
  • Did you know that if you travel from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • JBL Turismo
      48h 0m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      7:45 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Premium Economy
      $83
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Viação Penha
      28h 30m
      0
      8:00 AM
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      12:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Premium Economy
      $71
    Travel Time is 4h 30m shorter, and you will save $40

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is $119 on 6/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro

See here how frequent the connections between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 8 buses from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Compare all providers like JBL Turismo and Crucero del Norte that travel 3 times every day by bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro in one click! Book your bus ticket from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro starting from $119!

Cheapest Bus $119
Fastest Bus 43h 50m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Latest Bus 12:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 1,221.6 miles
Bus Companies JBL Turismo and Crucero del Norte

Cheapest bus connections from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Buenos Aires for Rio de Janeiro: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
Tuesday 06/23
$196
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
$278
Friday 06/26
$119
Saturday 06/27
Sunday 06/28
$194
Monday 06/29
$161
Tuesday 06/30
$264
Wednesday 07/01
$276
Thursday 07/02
$337
Friday 07/03
$140
Saturday 07/04
Sunday 07/05
Monday 07/06
Tuesday 07/07
$206
Wednesday 07/08
$345
Thursday 07/09
$285
Friday 07/10
$119
Saturday 07/11
Sunday 07/12
$283
Monday 07/13
Tuesday 07/14
Wednesday 07/15
$348
Thursday 07/16
$282
Friday 07/17
$125
Saturday 07/18

The cheapest time to travel from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $119, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $196.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, with $119. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $194.

How to save money travelling from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

These are the most booked bus companies between Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro from our users.

JBL Turismo from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

JBL Turismo

Here you will find the key facts about the JBL Turismo bus route Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price $119
Fastest Bus 43h 50m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Last Bus 12:30 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 6/21/2026

Crucero del Norte from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Crucero del Norte

Here you will find the key facts about the Crucero del Norte bus route Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price $119
Fastest Bus 44h 0m
Earliest Bus 6:00 PM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 6/14/2026

All bus stations and stops in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

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

FAQs about the Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Buenos Aires Rio de Janeiro bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $119 and takes 44h 0m to reach Rio de Janeiro. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $119 and $203. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rio de Janeiro.

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

Every day, the Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro take?

The fastest bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro is offered by JBL Turismo and takes 43h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $119. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus arriving in Rio de Janeiro from Buenos Aires starts at 12:30 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus trip departing from Buenos Aires for Rio de Janeiro starts at 12:30 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 Buenos Aires Rio de Janeiro route?

When traveling by bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, passengers can travel with JBL Turismo and Crucero del Norte. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: JBL Turismo and Crucero del Norte.

What can I take with me on the Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro 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 Buenos Aires Rio de Janeiro 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 Buenos Aires Rio de Janeiro 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?

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 3 daily trips between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro 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 Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

More bus routes to Buenos Aires and to Rio de Janeiro

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Buenos Aires and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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