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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires from various bus operators like Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur or Aguia Branca for the next days.

today
$162
tomorrow
$201
Tuesday
$134
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
$222
Saturday
$219

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 58h 55m 8:05 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $162
Itapemirim Suzantur 59h 30m 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $164
Viação Penha 64h 0m 3:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $168
Itapemirim Suzantur 63h 0m 4:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $170
Viação Penha 59h 45m 7:15 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $171

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Crucero del Norte 42h 5m 12:55 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:00 AM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  First Class $201
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires via Curitiba, PR, you can save more than $36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      57h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:00 PM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      $59
    • Waiting Time 5h 5m
    • JBL Turismo
      36h 50m
      0
      4:05 AM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      4:55 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Economy
      $105
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save $36

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 65h 25m 11:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $134
Viação Penha 77h 55m 11:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $137
Aguia Branca 68h 50m 8:05 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $149
Itapemirim Suzantur 69h 25m 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $158
Itapemirim Suzantur 65h 55m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $162

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 98h 0m 4:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $222
Viação Penha 106h 30m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $225
Viação Penha 101h 30m 12:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $226
Expresso Nordeste 104h 0m 10:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $242
Viação UTIL 93h 30m 8:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $302
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires via Curitiba, PR, you can save more than $83? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      81h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:00 PM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      0
      Viação Penha
      Premium Economy
      $34
    • Waiting Time 29h 5m
    • JBL Turismo
      36h 50m
      0
      4:05 AM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      4:55 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Economy
      $105
    Travel Time is 12h 5m shorter, and you will save $83

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 74h 0m 4:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $219
Viação Penha 71h 30m 6:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $224
Itapemirim Suzantur 70h 30m 7:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $226
Aguia Branca 69h 55m 8:05 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:00 PM Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station  Basic $229
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires via Curitiba, PR, you can save more than $80? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      81h 25m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:00 PM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      0
      Viação Penha
      Premium Economy
      $34
    • Waiting Time 29h 5m
    • JBL Turismo
      36h 50m
      0
      4:05 AM
      Curitiba, PR
      Bus Station
      4:55 PM
      Buenos Aires
      Retiro Bus Station
      0
      JBL Turismo
      Economy
      $105
    Travel time is 11h 30m longer, but you will save $80

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires is $134 on 3/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

Compare all providers like Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and Aguia Branca that travel 4 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires starting from $134!

Cheapest Bus $134
Fastest Bus 42h 5m
Earliest Bus 3:00 PM
Latest Bus 8:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 1,221.6 miles
Bus Companies Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur, Aguia Branca, JBL Turismo, Expresso Nordeste, Viação UTIL and Crucero del Norte

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

Every day, 4 buses from 7 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Buenos Aires: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
$162
Monday 03/23
$201
Tuesday 03/24
$134
Wednesday 03/25
$160
Thursday 03/26
$207
Friday 03/27
$154
Saturday 03/28
$201
Sunday 03/29
$217
Monday 03/30
$158
Tuesday 03/31
$196
Wednesday 04/01
$175
Thursday 04/02
$158
Friday 04/03
$153
Saturday 04/04
$201
Sunday 04/05
$164
Monday 04/06
Tuesday 04/07
$158
Wednesday 04/08
$153
Thursday 04/09
$158
Friday 04/10
$175
Saturday 04/11
$183
Sunday 04/12
$184
Monday 04/13
$192
Tuesday 04/14
Wednesday 04/15
$175
Thursday 04/16
$186
Friday 04/17
$153
Saturday 04/18

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $134, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $183.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, with $134. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $168.

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

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 Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires, 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 Buenos Aires are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

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

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Rio de Janeiro - Buenos Aires

Crucero del Norte
Cintia Campos, 10/1/2025
Un desastre, iba arriba adelante sin cinturón, se llovía por la ventana, sin wifi, paraban donde querían, el trato de los choferes para responder hostil, no había agua en el baño, nos llevaron a un ta ... Un desastre, iba arriba adelante sin cinturón, se llovía por la ventana, sin wifi, paraban donde querían, el trato de los choferes para responder hostil, no había agua en el baño, nos llevaron a un taller sin explicación, y no nos dejaban bajar, todo el viaje subiendo y bajando gente de otras unidades que se rompían, tengo fotos de todo. No recomiendo un viaje a distancia con esta empresa, muchísimo mejor JBl, una vergüenza tener que explicar a los Brasileros que viajaban que Argentina no es asi, que crucero del norte no nos representa, horrible experiencia!!! Gracias a la gente amable que viajaba se hizo más llevadero!

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

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

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 Buenos Aires? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires.

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

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $134 and takes 65h 25m to reach Buenos Aires. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 7 companies with a range of ticket prices between $134 and $302. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Buenos Aires.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires is offered by Crucero del Norte and takes 42h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $201. 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 Buenos Aires?

The earliest bus arriving in Buenos Aires from Rio de Janeiro starts at 3:00 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 Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Buenos Aires starts at 8:05 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 Rio de Janeiro Buenos Aires route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, passengers can travel with Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and Aguia Branca. 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 Buenos Aires?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and Aguia Branca.

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

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

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 Buenos Aires. 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 Buenos Aires?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires

Basic
Basic

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

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Buenos Aires

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

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