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Compare all timetables for the bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro from various bus operators like Gontijo or Viação Nacional for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$155
Friday
$220
Saturday
$206
Sunday
Monday
$184
Tuesday
$148

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 49h 6m 2:00 PM Natal, RN Bus Station 3:06 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy $155
  • Did you know that if you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro via Campina Grande, PB, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      52h 0m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Natal, RN
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Campina Grande, PB
      Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • DeÔnibus
      45h 40m
      0
      1:20 PM
      Campina Grande, PB
      Bus Station
      11:00 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Premium Economy
      $117
    Travel time is 2h 54m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 49h 6m 2:00 PM Natal, RN Bus Station 3:06 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy $220
Viação Nacional 55h 53m 8:30 AM Natal, RN Bus Station 4:23 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy $251
  • Did you know that if you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $95? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      63h 30m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Natal, RN
      Bus Station
      4:00 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 6h 0m
    • Quero Passagem
      33h 30m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      7:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $83
    Travel time is 14h 24m longer, but you will save $95

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 49h 6m 2:00 PM Natal, RN Bus Station 3:06 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy $206
  • Did you know that if you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $88? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      61h 0m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Natal, RN
      Bus Station
      4:00 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $35
      • Waiting Time 3h 30m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      33h 30m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      5:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      $83
    Travel time is 11h 54m longer, but you will save $88

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 50h 23m 2:00 PM Natal, RN Bus Station 4:23 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic $184
  • Did you know that if you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $66? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      61h 0m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Natal, RN
      Bus Station
      4:00 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $35
      • Waiting Time 3h 30m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      33h 30m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      5:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      $83
    Travel time is 10h 37m longer, but you will save $66

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 49h 6m 2:00 PM Natal, RN Bus Station 3:06 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy $148
  • Did you know that if you travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      59h 35m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Natal, RN
      Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $25
      • Waiting Time 4h 30m
    • Quero Passagem
      33h 30m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      7:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $83
    Travel time is 10h 29m longer, but you will save $40

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro is $26 on 12/17/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro

See here how frequent the connections between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

Compare all providers like Gontijo and Viação Nacional that travel 2 times every day by bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro in one click! Book your bus ticket from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro starting from $26!

Cheapest Bus $26
Fastest Bus 49h 6m
Earliest Bus 2:00 PM
Latest Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 1,299.2 miles
Bus Companies Gontijo and Viação Nacional

Cheapest bus connections from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Natal, RN for Rio de Janeiro: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
$26
Thursday 12/18
$155
Friday 12/19
$220
Saturday 12/20
$75
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
$183
Wednesday 12/24
$97
Thursday 12/25
$200
Friday 12/26
$117
Saturday 12/27
$185
Sunday 12/28
$133
Monday 12/29
$117
Tuesday 12/30
$117
Wednesday 12/31
$97
Thursday 01/01
$104
Friday 01/02
$155
Saturday 01/03
$145
Sunday 01/04
$220
Monday 01/05
$205
Tuesday 01/06
$145
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$136
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $75, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $117.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro, with $148. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $249.

How to save money travelling from Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Natal, RN - Rio de Janeiro

Gontijo
Sângela Medeiros, 10/24/2025

Então, o onibus PARA MUITO. Atrasa a viagem e nao conseguimos descansar

All bus stations and stops in Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro

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

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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

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

FAQs about the Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Natal, RN Rio de Janeiro bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $26 and takes 49h 6m to reach Rio de Janeiro. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $26 and $251. 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro each day?

Every day, the Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro take?

The fastest bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro is offered by Gontijo and takes 49h 6m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $155. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus arriving in Rio de Janeiro from Natal, RN starts at 2:00 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus trip departing from Natal, RN for Rio de Janeiro starts at 2:00 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 Natal, RN Rio de Janeiro route?

When traveling by bus from Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro, passengers can travel with Gontijo and Viação Nacional. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Natal, RN and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Natal, RN 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: Gontijo and Viação Nacional.

What can I take with me on the Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Natal, RN 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 2 daily trips between Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Natal, RN 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 Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

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