Bus Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE from various bus operators like Real Expresso or Rápido Federal for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$116

Thursday

$120

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

$121

Monday

$108

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Real Expresso	52h 26m	6:45 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$116	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 26m
Rápido Federal	48h 56m	10:15 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$116	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 56m
Rápido Federal	52h 49m	10:15 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$124	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 49m
Real Expresso	50h 8m	1:00 AM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:08 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$134	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 1:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 3:08:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 8m
Real Expresso	53h 44m	9:20 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$134	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 9:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 44m

Did you know that if you travel from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE via Barreiras, BA, you can save more than $35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Real Maia
  
  41h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Ribeirão Preto, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) arriving at 11/5/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
- Real Maia
  
  18h 0m
  
  0
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Petrolina, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 9:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Travel Time is 7h 56m shorter, and you will save $35

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Rápido Federal	49h 6m	10:05 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$120	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 10:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 6m
Real Expresso	52h 26m	6:45 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$123	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 26m
Real Expresso	49h 19m	1:45 AM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$132	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 1:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 19m
Real Expresso	50h 4m	1:00 AM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$147	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 1:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/7/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $147 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 4m

Did you know that if you travel from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE via Barreiras, BA, you can save more than $39? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Real Maia
  
  41h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Ribeirão Preto, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) arriving at 11/5/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
- Real Maia
  
  18h 0m
  
  0
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Petrolina, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 9:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Travel Time is 8h 6m shorter, and you will save $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Real Expresso	52h 26m	6:45 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$121	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/8/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/10/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 26m
Rápido Federal	49h 6m	10:05 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$121	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/8/2026 10:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/10/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 6m
Real Expresso	49h 23m	1:45 AM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:08 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$132	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/8/2026 1:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/10/2026 3:08:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 23m
Real Expresso	50h 8m	1:00 AM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:08 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Economy	$147	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/8/2026 1:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/10/2026 3:08:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $147 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 8m

Did you know that if you travel from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE via Barreiras, BA, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Real Maia
  
  41h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Ribeirão Preto, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) arriving at 11/5/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
- Real Maia
  
  18h 0m
  
  0
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Petrolina, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 9:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Travel Time is 8h 6m shorter, and you will save $40

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Real Expresso	52h 26m	6:45 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$108	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/9/2026 6:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/11/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 26m
Rápido Federal	49h 6m	10:05 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	11:11 PM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Basic	$108	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/9/2026 10:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/11/2026 11:11:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 6m
Rápido Federal	52h 59m	10:05 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Basic	$116	A Bus from Rápido Federal goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/9/2026 10:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/12/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 59m
Real Expresso	55h 59m	7:05 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$132	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/9/2026 7:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/12/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 59m
Real Expresso	53h 34m	9:30 PM	Ribeirão Preto, SP	Bus Station	3:04 AM	Petrolina, PE	Bus Station	Premium Economy	$134	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/9/2026 9:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/12/2026 3:04:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 34m

Did you know that if you travel from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE via Barreiras, BA, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Real Maia
  
  41h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Ribeirão Preto, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Ribeirão Preto, SP (Brazil) at 11/4/2026 10:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) arriving at 11/5/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
- Real Maia
  
  18h 0m
  
  0
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Barreiras, BA
  Bus Station
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Petrolina, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $32
  
  A Bus from Real Maia goes from Bus Station, Barreiras, BA (Brazil) at 11/5/2026 9:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Petrolina, PE (Brazil) arriving at 11/6/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Travel Time is 8h 6m shorter, and you will save $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE is $80 on 11/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE

See here how frequent the connections between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 buses from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE, while Night sees the fewest connections between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

Compare all providers like Real Expresso and Rápido Federal that travel 6 times every day by bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE starting from $80!

Cheapest Bus	$80
Fastest Bus	48h 56m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Latest Bus	10:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	948.6 miles
Bus Companies	Real Expresso and Rápido Federal

Cheapest bus connections from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Ribeirão Preto, SP for Petrolina, PE: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/03/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/01

Monday 11/02

Tuesday 11/03

$107

Wednesday 11/04

$109

Thursday 11/05

$120

Friday 11/06

$116

Saturday 11/07

$110

Sunday 11/08

$108

Monday 11/09

$108

Tuesday 11/10

$116

Wednesday 11/11

$136

Thursday 11/12

$116

Friday 11/13

$108

Saturday 11/14

Sunday 11/15

$108

Monday 11/16

$121

Tuesday 11/17

$100

Wednesday 11/18

$136

Thursday 11/19

Friday 11/20

$136

Saturday 11/21

$108

Sunday 11/22

$122

Monday 11/23

$108

Tuesday 11/24

$80

Wednesday 11/25

$133

Thursday 11/26

$108

Friday 11/27

$116

Saturday 11/28

The cheapest time to travel from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $108, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $109.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE, with $80. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $108.

How to save money travelling from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE, 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE.

Bus Station

Av. Jerônimo Gonçalves 640 - Centro

Levare VIP Room

Posto do Trevo Graal Gas Station

Mini Rodoviária

R. Batatais, 6 - Subsetor Leste - 2 (L-2)

Campos Elíseos, Posto Petrobras

Bus Station

Avenida Nilo Coelho S/Nº- Gercino Coelho

Fazenda Icó

Honda Imperial - Petrolina Bus Station

Rajada

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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE? Compare all modes of transports from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE? Or which bus companies serve the route Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE bus

How much does a Ribeirão Preto, SP Petrolina, PE bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $80 and takes 52h 26m to reach Petrolina, PE. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $80 and $148. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Petrolina, PE.

On average, how many connections are available from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE each day?

Every day, the Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE take?

The fastest bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE is offered by Rápido Federal and takes 48h 56m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $116. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE?

The earliest bus arriving in Petrolina, PE from Ribeirão Preto, SP starts at 1:00 AM. 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE?

The latest bus trip departing from Ribeirão Preto, SP for Petrolina, PE starts at 10:05 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP Petrolina, PE route?

When traveling by bus from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE, passengers can travel with Real Expresso and Rápido Federal. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE?

You can check all the direct connections between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Real Expresso and Rápido Federal.

What can I take with me on the Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP Petrolina, PE 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP Petrolina, PE 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE?

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 6 daily trips between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE. 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Ribeirão Preto, SP and Petrolina, PE 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 Ribeirão Preto, SP to Petrolina, PE

Basic

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

Economy

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

Premium Economy

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

More bus routes to Ribeirão Preto, SP and to Petrolina, PE

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Ribeirão Preto, SP and to Petrolina, PE. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!