Bus Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa from various bus operators like Gontijo for the next days.

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tomorrow

Thursday

$192

Friday

Saturday

$248

Sunday

$197

Monday

$180

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	45h 16m	1:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	10:46 AM	João Pessoa	Central Bus Station		Economy	$192	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/18/2025 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:46:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 16m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- DeÔnibus
  
  54h 7m
  
  0
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  9:10 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $138
  
  A Bus from DeÔnibus goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/18/2025 6:30:00 AM to Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 12/19/2025 9:10:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 40m
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  14h 7m
  
  0
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  12:37 PM
  
  João Pessoa
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $31
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 12/19/2025 10:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 7m
Travel time is 8h 51m longer, but you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	45h 16m	1:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	10:46 AM	João Pessoa	Central Bus Station		Economy	$248	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/20/2025 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:46:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $248 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 16m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $78? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- DeÔnibus
  
  54h 7m
  
  0
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  9:10 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $138
  
  A Bus from DeÔnibus goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/18/2025 6:30:00 AM to Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 12/19/2025 9:10:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 40m
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  14h 7m
  
  0
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  12:37 PM
  
  João Pessoa
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $31
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 12/19/2025 10:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/20/2025 12:37:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 7m
Travel time is 8h 51m longer, but you will save $78

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	45h 16m	1:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	10:46 AM	João Pessoa	Central Bus Station		Economy	$197	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/21/2025 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:46:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 16m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa via Palmares, PE, you can save more than $74? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  63h 30m
  
  0
  
  1:20 PM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  8:55 AM
  
  Palmares, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $109
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/22/2025 1:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Palmares, PE (Brazil) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 35m
- DeÔnibus
  
  4h 35m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Palmares, PE
  Bus Station
  
  4:50 AM
  
  João Pessoa
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from DeÔnibus goes from Bus Station, Palmares, PE (Brazil) at 12/25/2025 12:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/25/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Travel time is 18h 14m longer, but you will save $74

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	46h 48m	1:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:18 PM	João Pessoa	Central Bus Station		Basic	$180	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/22/2025 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/24/2025 12:18:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 48m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa via Palmares, PE, you can save more than $57? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  63h 30m
  
  0
  
  1:20 PM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  8:55 AM
  
  Palmares, PE
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $109
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 12/22/2025 1:20:00 PM to Bus Station, Palmares, PE (Brazil) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 35m
- DeÔnibus
  
  4h 35m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Palmares, PE
  Bus Station
  
  4:50 AM
  
  João Pessoa
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from DeÔnibus goes from Bus Station, Palmares, PE (Brazil) at 12/25/2025 12:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, João Pessoa (Brazil) arriving at 12/25/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Travel time is 16h 42m longer, but you will save $57

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa is $14 on 12/19/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

Compare all providers like Gontijo that travel 3 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus	$14
Fastest Bus	45h 16m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Latest Bus	1:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,225.6 miles
Bus Companies	Gontijo

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for João Pessoa: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/16/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$444

Wednesday 12/17

$442

Thursday 12/18

$232

Friday 12/19

$14

Saturday 12/20

$365

Sunday 12/21

$325

Monday 12/22

$613

Tuesday 12/23

$211

Wednesday 12/24

$192

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$533

Saturday 12/27

$300

Sunday 12/28

$408

Monday 12/29

$435

Tuesday 12/30

$250

Wednesday 12/31

$180

Thursday 01/01

$142

Friday 01/02

$407

Saturday 01/03

$211

Sunday 01/04

$192

Monday 01/05

$279

Tuesday 01/06

$443

Wednesday 01/07

$349

Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

$152

Saturday 01/10

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

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 João Pessoa 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 João Pessoa, 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 João Pessoa are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa

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

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Menezes Côrtes Bus Station

Rua São José 35

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Metrô São Francisco Xavier

Avenida Heitor Beltrão

Central Bus Station

Rua Francisco Londres

Dislub Gas Station

Parque da Lagoa

Mangabeira

Posto Petrobrás Gas Station

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 João Pessoa? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro João Pessoa bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 46h 48m to reach João Pessoa. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $365. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to João Pessoa.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa 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 Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa is offered by Gontijo and takes 45h 16m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $192. 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 João Pessoa?

The earliest bus arriving in João Pessoa from Rio de Janeiro starts at 1:30 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 João Pessoa?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for João Pessoa starts at 1:30 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 João Pessoa route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa, passengers can travel with Gontijo. 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 João Pessoa?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa 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.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

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.

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to João Pessoa

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