Bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE from $92

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from São Paulo to Recife, PE from various bus operators like Catedral Turismo, Gontijo or Expresso São Luiz for the next days.

today
$133
tomorrow
$141
Friday
$102
Saturday
$137
Sunday
Monday
$139
Tuesday
$92

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $133
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $151
Expresso São Luiz 64h 20m 3:30 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:50 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $170
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      58h 15m
      0
      9:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      2:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $70
    • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Busbud
      15h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      7:15 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $28
    Travel Time is 2h 55m shorter, and you will save $35

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 48h 31m 7:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:31 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $141
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $148
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $158
Expresso São Luiz 64h 20m 3:30 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:50 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $201
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $43? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      58h 15m
      0
      9:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      2:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $70
    • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Busbud
      15h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      7:15 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $28
    Travel time is 9h 44m longer, but you will save $43

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 48h 31m 7:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:31 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $102
FlixBus 58h 15m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:15 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $115
FlixBus 65h 10m 10:30 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 3:40 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $125
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $160
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $160

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 25m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:25 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $151
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $151
Expresso São Luiz 64h 20m 3:30 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:50 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $172
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $39? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      58h 15m
      0
      9:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      2:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $70
    • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Busbud
      15h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      7:15 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      $28
    Travel time is 6h 50m longer, but you will save $39

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $139
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $148
Expresso São Luiz 64h 20m 3:30 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:50 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $202
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via São Miguel dos Campos, AL, you can save more than $47? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      82h 50m
      0
      9:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:07 PM
      São Miguel dos Campos, AL
      Rodoviária
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Economy
      $71
    • Waiting Time 33h 3m
    • DeÔnibus
      6h 40m
      0
      1:10 AM
      São Miguel dos Campos, AL
      Rodoviária
      7:50 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 21h 40m longer, but you will save $47

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 25m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:25 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $92
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $188
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $188

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE is $92 on 2/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE

See here how frequent the connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between São Paulo and Recife, PE.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 51 buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE, while Evening sees the fewest connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Compare all providers like Catedral Turismo, Gontijo and Expresso São Luiz that travel 17 times every day by bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE in one click! Book your bus ticket from São Paulo to Recife, PE starting from $92!

Cheapest Bus $92
Fastest Bus 48h 31m
Earliest Bus 8:00 AM
Latest Bus 5:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 1,323.1 miles
Bus Companies Catedral Turismo, Gontijo, Expresso São Luiz and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Every day, 17 buses from 4 bus companies leave São Paulo for Recife, PE: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
Tuesday 01/27
Wednesday 01/28
$170
Thursday 01/29
$169
Friday 01/30
$102
Saturday 01/31
$151
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
$139
Tuesday 02/03
$98
Wednesday 02/04
$148
Thursday 02/05
$139
Friday 02/06
$122
Saturday 02/07
$136
Sunday 02/08
$136
Monday 02/09
$139
Tuesday 02/10
$117
Wednesday 02/11
$138
Thursday 02/12
$105
Friday 02/13
$122
Saturday 02/14
$101
Sunday 02/15
$101
Monday 02/16
$188
Tuesday 02/17
$92
Wednesday 02/18
$120
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
$102
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from São Paulo to Recife, PE, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $92, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $139.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from São Paulo to Recife, PE, with $92. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $133.

How to save money travelling from São Paulo to Recife, PE

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 São Paulo to Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE, 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in São Paulo and Recife, PE

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in São Paulo and Recife, PE.

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 São Paulo to Recife, PE? Compare all modes of transports from São Paulo to Recife, PE.

Service and Comfort on the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

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

FAQs about the São Paulo to Recife, PE bus

How much does a São Paulo Recife, PE bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $92 and takes 51h 25m to reach Recife, PE. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $92 and $264. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Recife, PE.

On average, how many connections are available from São Paulo to Recife, PE each day?

Every day, the São Paulo to Recife, PE bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from São Paulo to Recife, PE take?

The fastest bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE is offered by Gontijo and takes 48h 31m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $141. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

The earliest bus arriving in Recife, PE from São Paulo starts at 8:00 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE?

The latest bus trip departing from São Paulo for Recife, PE starts at 5:00 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 São Paulo Recife, PE route?

When traveling by bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE, passengers can travel with Catedral Turismo, Gontijo and Expresso São Luiz. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between São Paulo and Recife, PE?

You can check all the direct connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Catedral Turismo, Gontijo and Expresso São Luiz.

What can I take with me on the São Paulo to Recife, PE 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 São Paulo Recife, PE 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 São Paulo Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

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 17 daily trips between São Paulo and Recife, PE. 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between São Paulo and Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE

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.

More bus routes to São Paulo and to Recife, PE

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to São Paulo and to Recife, PE. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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