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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo from various bus operators like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or 1001 for the next days.
today
from $9
tomorrow
from $11
Friday
from $12
Saturday
from $11
Sunday
from $11
Monday
from $11
Tuesday
from $10

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Buser
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Recreio dos Bandeirantes
    7:20 PM
    São Paulo
    Hebraica-Rebouças
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    8h 5m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    8:30 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $12
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 30m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Basic
    $14
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    $15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Buser
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Recreio dos Bandeirantes
    7:20 PM
    São Paulo
    Hebraica-Rebouças
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 10m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:40 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    $12
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:00 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Basic
    $13
  • Viação UTIL
    6h 55m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:25 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Buser
    7h 40m
    0
    10:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Posto Petrobras
    6:35 AM
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $12
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13
  • Viação UTIL
    6h 55m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:25 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $13
  • 1001
    6h 30m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    1001
    Economy
    $14
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 10m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:40 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    $14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Buser
    7h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Recreio dos Bandeirantes
    7:20 PM
    São Paulo
    Hebraica-Rebouças
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13
  • DOCE SONHO
    7h 10m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Via Parque Shopping
    8:20 PM
    São Paulo
    Barra Funda Bus Station
    0
    DOCE SONHO
    Premium Economy
    $13
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    6:35 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $15
  • Expresso do Sul
    6h 30m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    11:00 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso do Sul
    Basic
    $15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 30m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    $12
  • Aguia Flex
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Parque das Rosas
    5:50 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Flex
    Premium Economy
    $13
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13
  • Viação UTIL
    6h 55m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:25 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 10m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Barra da Tijuca - Shopping Uptown
    5:40 AM
    São Paulo
    Barra Funda Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 30m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    $12
  • Buser
    6h 30m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Posto Petrobras
    1:10 AM
    São Paulo
    Barra Funda Bus Station
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $12
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Buser
    7h 10m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Avenida Pasteur
    8:10 PM
    São Paulo
    Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
    0
    Buser
    Premium Economy
    $10
  • Auto Viação Catarinense
    7h 10m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    6:10 AM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Auto Viação Catarinense
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Expresso Adamantina
    8h 30m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Expresso Adamantina
    Premium Economy
    $11
  • Águia Branca
    6h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    $12
  • Viação Rio Doce
    6h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    4:30 PM
    São Paulo
    Tietê Bus Station
    0
    Viação Rio Doce
    Basic
    $13

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 1748 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1287 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 3949 buses from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, while Night sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, with 1619 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Compare all providers like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and 1001 that travel 1511 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus $9
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:05 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 1511 Ø
Distance 220.4 miles
Bus Companies Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur, 1001, Expresso do Sul, Auto Viação Catarinense, Viação Penha, Viação Kaissara Suzantur, Buser, Viação Rio Doce, FlixBus and 11 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Every day, 1511 buses from 21 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São Paulo: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/15/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/12
Monday 01/13
Tuesday 01/14
Wednesday 01/15
$16
Thursday 01/16
$13
Friday 01/17
$13
Saturday 01/18
$15
Sunday 01/19
$13
Monday 01/20
$21
Tuesday 01/21
$16
Wednesday 01/22
$14
Thursday 01/23
$13
Friday 01/24
$11
Saturday 01/25
$11
Sunday 01/26
$15
Monday 01/27
$12
Tuesday 01/28
$8
Wednesday 01/29
$9
Thursday 01/30
$13
Friday 01/31
$8
Saturday 02/01
$9
Sunday 02/02
$11
Monday 02/03
$12
Tuesday 02/04
$9
Wednesday 02/05
$11
Thursday 02/06
$8
Friday 02/07
$9
Saturday 02/08

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $9, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. Friday 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 São Paulo, with $9. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $12.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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 São Paulo 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 São Paulo, 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 São Paulo are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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

Buser from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Buser

Here you will find the key facts about the Buser bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price $9
Fastest Bus 6h 0m
Earliest Bus 12:20 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 29 Ø
Found on 1/15/2025

FlixBus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price $15
Fastest Bus 6h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Last Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 1/15/2025

Auto Viação Catarinense from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

Auto Viação Catarinense

Here you will find the key facts about the Auto Viação Catarinense bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo:

Cheapest Price $11
Fastest Bus 6h 20m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 189 Ø
Found on 1/14/2025

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São Paulo bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 7h 50m to reach São Paulo. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 21 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $135. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to São Paulo.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo bus route is served by approximately 1511 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 São Paulo take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo is offered by Águia Branca and takes 5h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. 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 São Paulo?

The earliest bus arriving in São Paulo from Rio de Janeiro starts at 12:05 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 São Paulo?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for São Paulo 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 São Paulo route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo, passengers can travel with Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and 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 São Paulo?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and 1001.

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

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo

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.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

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