Bus Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo from various bus operators like 1001 for the next days.

today

$12

tomorrow

$12

Wednesday

$12

Thursday

$12

Friday

Saturday

$12

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
1001	3h 30m	9:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:37 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/26/2026 9:07:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/26/2026 12:37:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
1001	3h 0m	12:08 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	3:08 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/26/2026 12:08:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/26/2026 3:08:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
1001	2h 46m	2:37 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:23 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/26/2026 2:37:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/26/2026 5:23:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
1001	2h 58m	4:37 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:35 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/26/2026 4:37:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/26/2026 7:35:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 58m
1001	2h 46m	9:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:53 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/26/2026 9:07:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/26/2026 11:53:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
1001	3h 21m	3:37 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	6:58 AM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/27/2026 3:37:00 AM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/27/2026 6:58:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
1001	3h 21m	5:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	8:28 AM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/27/2026 5:07:00 AM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/27/2026 8:28:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
1001	3h 16m	2:37 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:53 PM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/27/2026 2:37:00 PM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/27/2026 5:53:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
1001	3h 6m	9:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:13 AM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/27/2026 9:07:00 PM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 12:13:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 6m
1001	3h 25m	11:38 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	3:03 AM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/27/2026 11:38:00 PM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 3:03:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
1001	3h 1m	3:37 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	6:38 AM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/28/2026 3:37:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 6:38:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
1001	3h 1m	5:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	8:08 AM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/28/2026 5:07:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 8:08:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
1001	2h 45m	10:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:52 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/28/2026 10:07:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 12:52:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
1001	2h 46m	2:37 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:23 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/28/2026 2:37:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 5:23:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
1001	2h 46m	9:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:53 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/28/2026 9:07:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/28/2026 11:53:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
1001	3h 1m	3:37 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	6:38 AM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/29/2026 3:37:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/29/2026 6:38:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
1001	3h 1m	5:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	8:08 AM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/29/2026 5:07:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/29/2026 8:08:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
1001	2h 45m	10:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:52 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/29/2026 10:07:00 AM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/29/2026 12:52:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
1001	2h 46m	2:37 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:23 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/29/2026 2:37:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/29/2026 5:23:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
1001	2h 46m	9:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:53 PM	Nova Friburgo	Rodoviária Sul	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/29/2026 9:07:00 PM to Rodoviária Sul, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/29/2026 11:53:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
1001	3h 21m	3:37 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	6:58 AM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/31/2026 3:37:00 AM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/31/2026 6:58:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 21m
1001	3h 25m	8:38 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:03 PM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/31/2026 8:38:00 AM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/31/2026 12:03:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
1001	3h 38m	11:07 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	2:45 PM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/31/2026 11:07:00 AM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/31/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 38m
1001	4h 3m	12:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	4:10 PM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/31/2026 12:07:00 PM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/31/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 3m
1001	3h 38m	6:07 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	9:45 PM	Nova Friburgo	Norte Bus Stop	Basic	$12	A Bus from 1001 goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 1/31/2026 6:07:00 PM to Norte Bus Stop, Nova Friburgo (Brazil) arriving at 1/31/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 38m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo is $12 on 1/25/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 63 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 22 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 52 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo, while Night sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

Compare all providers like 1001 that travel 31 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	2h 30m
Earliest Bus	8:38 AM
Latest Bus	11:38 PM
Daily Bus Routes	31 Ø
Distance	61.8 miles
Bus Companies	1001

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

Every day, 31 buses from 1 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Nova Friburgo: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

$12

Tuesday 01/27

$12

Wednesday 01/28

$12

Thursday 01/29

$12

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

$12

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

$12

Tuesday 02/03

$12

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

$12

Friday 02/06

$12

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

$12

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

$12

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

$12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

$12

Sunday 02/15

$12

Monday 02/16

$14

Tuesday 02/17

$12

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

$12

Friday 02/20

$12

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $12, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $12.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo, with $12. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $12.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

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 Nova Friburgo 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 Nova Friburgo, 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 Nova Friburgo are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

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

1001 from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

Here you will find the key facts about the 1001 bus route Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo:

Cheapest Price	$12
Fastest Bus	2h 30m
Earliest Bus	8:38 AM
Last Bus	11:38 PM
Daily Connections	31 Ø
Found on	1/23/2026

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo

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

Menezes Côrtes Bus Station

Rua São José 35

Rodoviária Manilha

Parque da Catacumba

Avenida Epitácio Pessoa 1013

Posto BR - Av. Osvaldo Aranha

Avenida Osvaldo Aranha 11

Botafogo

Praia de Botafogo 460

Norte Bus Stop

Rodoviária Sul

Av. Manoel Carneiro de Menezes 100

Rodoviária Faol

Praça Pres. Getúlio Vargas 333

M Thurler e Cia Gas Station

Rua Texas

R. Texas 142

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Nova Friburgo bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 3h 30m to reach Nova Friburgo. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $17. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Nova Friburgo.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo bus route is served by approximately 31 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 Nova Friburgo take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo is offered by 1001 and takes 2h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $15. 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 Nova Friburgo?

The earliest bus arriving in Nova Friburgo from Rio de Janeiro starts at 8:38 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 Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Nova Friburgo starts at 11:38 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 Nova Friburgo route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo, passengers can travel with 1001. 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 Nova Friburgo?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: 1001.

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

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

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 31 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and Nova Friburgo. 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.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo

Basic

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Nova Friburgo

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