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Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

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

today
tomorrow
$264
Monday
$153
Tuesday
$89
Wednesday
$155
Thursday
$160
Friday
$166

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Cometa 67h 30m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:30 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Economy $264
Viação Cometa 67h 0m 11:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:30 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Economy $264
Expresso Nordeste 68h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:30 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $272
Viação UTIL 64h 35m 10:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:05 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $335
Primar Turismo 72h 0m 6:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Hotel Golden Park 6:30 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $375
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-54? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 73h 25m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      5:05 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      6:30 PM
      Maceió
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $318
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $164? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      47h 35m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      10:10 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $86
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • Busbud
      4h 30m
      0
      2:35 AM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      7:05 AM
      Maceió
      Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $14
    Travel Time is 17h 0m shorter, and you will save $164

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 39h 11m 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:41 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $153
Gontijo 41h 12m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:12 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $163
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $49? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      44h 35m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      10:10 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $86
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • Buson
      4h 15m
      0
      11:50 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      4:05 AM
      Maceió
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Basic
      $18
    Travel time is 5h 24m longer, but you will save $49

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Nacional 41h 47m 5:50 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 11:37 PM Maceió Central Bus Station  Economy $89

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 41h 12m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:12 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Economy $155
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      47h 35m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      10:10 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $86
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • Busbud
      4h 30m
      0
      2:35 AM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      7:05 AM
      Maceió
      Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $14
    Travel time is 6h 23m longer, but you will save $55

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 43h 24m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 8:24 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $160
Viação Nacional 44h 12m 5:50 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:02 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Basic $166
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $60? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      47h 35m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      10:10 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $86
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • Busbud
      4h 30m
      0
      2:35 AM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      7:05 AM
      Maceió
      Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $14
    Travel time is 4h 11m longer, but you will save $60

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 41h 12m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:12 AM Maceió Central Bus Station  Economy $166
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $66? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      47h 35m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      10:10 PM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $86
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • Busbud
      4h 30m
      0
      2:35 AM
      Aracaju, SE
      Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
      7:05 AM
      Maceió
      Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $14
    Travel time is 6h 23m longer, but you will save $66

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is $89 on 12/23/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 25 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, while Night sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Compare all providers like Gontijo, Viação Cometa and Viação Nacional that travel 7 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió starting from $89!

Cheapest Bus $89
Fastest Bus 39h 11m
Earliest Bus 6:30 PM
Latest Bus 1:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 1,042.6 miles
Bus Companies Gontijo, Viação Cometa, Viação Nacional, Primar Turismo, Expresso Nordeste and Viação UTIL

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Every day, 7 buses from 6 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Maceió: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/20/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
$451
Sunday 12/21
$375
Monday 12/22
$383
Tuesday 12/23
$492
Wednesday 12/24
$491
Thursday 12/25
$315
Friday 12/26
$310
Saturday 12/27
$255
Sunday 12/28
$263
Monday 12/29
$155
Tuesday 12/30
$181
Wednesday 12/31
$250
Thursday 01/01
$166
Friday 01/02
$295
Saturday 01/03
$319
Sunday 01/04
$253
Monday 01/05
$155
Tuesday 01/06
$249
Wednesday 01/07
$310
Thursday 01/08
$312
Friday 01/09
$273
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $82, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $253.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, with $82. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $264.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

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 Maceió 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 Maceió, 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 Maceió are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

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

Gontijo from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

Gontijo

Here you will find the key facts about the Gontijo bus route Rio de Janeiro to Maceió:

Cheapest Price $153
Fastest Bus 39h 11m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Last Bus 1:00 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 12/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Maceió

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Maceió bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Maceió bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $89 and takes 41h 47m to reach Maceió. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 6 companies with a range of ticket prices between $89 and $435. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Maceió.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Maceió bus route is served by approximately 7 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 Maceió take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is offered by Gontijo and takes 39h 11m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $160. 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 Maceió?

The earliest bus arriving in Maceió from Rio de Janeiro starts at 6:30 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 Maceió?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Maceió starts at 1:00 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 Rio de Janeiro Maceió route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió, passengers can travel with Gontijo, Viação Cometa 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 Rio de Janeiro and Maceió?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió 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, Viação Cometa and Viação Nacional.

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

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

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 7 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió. 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 Maceió?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Rio de Janeiro and Maceió 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 Maceió

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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