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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP from various bus operators like Viação Sampaio, Viação UTIL or Gipsyy for the next days.

today
$33
tomorrow
$25
Thursday
$24
Friday
$25
Saturday
$19
Sunday
$23
Monday
$27

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 8h 35m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:35 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $33
Viação Sampaio 8h 5m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:05 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $36
Viação UTIL 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $40
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $49
Gipsyy 8h 35m 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 10:05 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $55

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 8h 5m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:05 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $25
Gipsyy 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $25
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $37
Viação Sampaio 9h 25m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $40
Gipsyy 8h 35m 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 10:05 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $42

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 9h 25m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $24
Gipsyy 8h 5m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:05 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $25
Viação Sampaio 8h 35m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:35 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $28
Viação UTIL 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $33
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $48

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação UTIL 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $25
Viação Sampaio 8h 5m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:05 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $36
Gipsyy 8h 35m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:35 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $40
Gipsyy 8h 45m 3:30 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:15 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $43
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $49

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gipsyy 8h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $19
Gipsyy 9h 25m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $23
Gipsyy 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $25
Viação UTIL 8h 45m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $41

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gipsyy 9h 25m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $23
Gipsyy 8h 35m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:35 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $26
Gipsyy 7h 30m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:30 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $29
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $51
Viação UTIL 8h 35m 11:10 PM Rio de Janeiro Via Parque Shopping 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $64

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gipsyy 9h 25m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Gipsyy 8h 5m 11:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:05 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Gipsyy 8h 35m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:35 PM Santos, SP Bus Station  Premium Economy $29
Viação UTIL 7h 46m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:45 AM Santos, SP Bus Station  Business $48
Viação UTIL 8h 6m 11:59 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 8:05 AM Santos, SP Porto de Santos  Business $51

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP is $19 on 2/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 78 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 38 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 243 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP, with 82 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

Compare all providers like Viação Sampaio, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy that travel 61 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 61 Ø
Distance 209.3 miles
Bus Companies Viação Sampaio, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

Every day, 61 buses from 3 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Santos, SP: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/03/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
$44
Wednesday 02/04
$25
Thursday 02/05
$25
Friday 02/06
$27
Saturday 02/07
$21
Sunday 02/08
$29
Monday 02/09
$27
Tuesday 02/10
$31
Wednesday 02/11
$24
Thursday 02/12
$51
Friday 02/13
$44
Saturday 02/14
$49
Sunday 02/15
$23
Monday 02/16
$21
Tuesday 02/17
$62
Wednesday 02/18
$48
Thursday 02/19
$22
Friday 02/20
$29
Saturday 02/21
$19
Sunday 02/22
$44
Monday 02/23
Tuesday 02/24
$23
Wednesday 02/25
$24
Thursday 02/26
Friday 02/27
$32
Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP, with $19. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

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 Santos, SP 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 Santos, SP, 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 Santos, SP are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

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

Gipsyy from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

Gipsyy

Here you will find the key facts about the Gipsyy bus route Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP:

Cheapest Price $19
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 14 Ø
Found on 2/3/2026

Viação UTIL from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

Viação UTIL

Here you will find the key facts about the Viação UTIL bus route Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP:

Cheapest Price $25
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Bus 10:00 PM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 17 Ø
Found on 2/3/2026

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP

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

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 Santos, SP? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Santos, SP bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 8h 55m to reach Santos, SP. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $81. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Santos, SP.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP bus route is served by approximately 61 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 Santos, SP take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP is offered by Gipsyy and takes 7h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $45. 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 Santos, SP?

The earliest bus arriving in Santos, SP from Rio de Janeiro starts at 1:00 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 Santos, SP?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Santos, SP starts at 11:59 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 Santos, SP route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP, passengers can travel with Viação Sampaio, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy. 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 Santos, SP?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP 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 Sampaio, Viação UTIL and Gipsyy.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, SP?

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 61 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP. 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 Santos, SP?

Prices and availability for 61 trips between Rio de Janeiro and Santos, SP 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 Santos, SP

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

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