Bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE from $90

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Compare all timetables for the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

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 or Gontijo for the next days.

today
$145
tomorrow
$135
Tuesday
$120
Wednesday
$121
Thursday
$102
Friday
$118
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 30m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:30 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $145
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $165
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $165
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $51? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      61h 18m
      0
      8:10 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      R. Araguari
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is 9h 48m longer, but you will save $51

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $135
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $141
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      61h 18m
      0
      8:10 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      R. Araguari
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is 0h 8m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 30m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:30 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $120
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $121
Catedral Turismo 60h 45m 8:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 8:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $121
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $141
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      61h 18m
      0
      8:10 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      R. Araguari
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is 9h 48m longer, but you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $121
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $121
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      60h 43m
      0
      8:45 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Expominas
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $77
    Travel Time is 0h 27m shorter, and you will save $31

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

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 $102
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $115
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $115
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      60h 43m
      0
      8:45 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Expominas
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $77
    Travel time is 12h 12m longer, but you will save $12

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 $118
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $135
Catedral Turismo 65h 5m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:05 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Premium Economy $147
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      60h 43m
      0
      8:45 PM
      São Paulo
      Shopping Feira da Madrugada Bus Stop
      6:30 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Expominas
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $77
    Travel time is 12h 12m longer, but you will save $28

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE is $90 on 3/31/2026. 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.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between São Paulo and Recife, PE.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 43 buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE, while Evening sees the fewest connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Compare all providers like Catedral Turismo and Gontijo that travel 15 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 $90!

Cheapest Bus $90
Fastest Bus 48h 31m
Earliest Bus 8:00 AM
Latest Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 15 Ø
Distance 1,323.1 miles
Bus Companies Catedral Turismo and Gontijo

Cheapest bus connections from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Every day, 15 buses from 2 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 03/15/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/15
$145
Monday 03/16
$135
Tuesday 03/17
$120
Wednesday 03/18
$121
Thursday 03/19
$102
Friday 03/20
$118
Saturday 03/21
Sunday 03/22
$222
Monday 03/23
$118
Tuesday 03/24
$101
Wednesday 03/25
$115
Thursday 03/26
$102
Friday 03/27
$105
Saturday 03/28
$99
Sunday 03/29
$145
Monday 03/30
$145
Tuesday 03/31
$90
Wednesday 04/01
Thursday 04/02
$102
Friday 04/03
$100
Saturday 04/04
$99
Sunday 04/05
$180
Monday 04/06
$168
Tuesday 04/07
$185
Wednesday 04/08
$185
Thursday 04/09
$102
Friday 04/10
$100
Saturday 04/11

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 $90, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $145.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from São Paulo to Recife, PE, with $102. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $115.

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 $90 and takes 48h 31m 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 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $90 and $192. 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 15 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 $102. 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 7:00 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 and Gontijo. 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 and Gontijo.

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 15 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 15 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.

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