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What is the best way to travel from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
15h 0m
$26
$36
26
Flight
2h 50m
$67
$154
28

What is the cheapest way to reach Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro with just $26 by taking a Bus from Primar Turismo, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $26
Friday
from $36
Saturday
from $38
Sunday
from $34
Monday
from $26
Tuesday
from $26
Wednesday
from $36

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $43
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • LATAM Brasil
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $137
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 40m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    5:00 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $148
  • Azul
    2h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    6:50 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $169
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    4h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:40 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $223
  • Azul
    2h 50m
    0
    7:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $241
  • Azul
    4h 35m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $262

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $42
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $43
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    4h 50m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $145
  • LATAM Brasil
    14h 0m
    0
    8:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:35 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $160
  • Azul
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $166
  • LATAM Brasil
    22h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:35 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $180
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    14h 45m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $390

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Basic
    $38
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • LATAM Brasil
    24h 30m
    0
    3:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    3:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $67
  • LATAM Brasil
    4h 35m
    0
    3:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:55 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • LATAM Brasil
    22h 50m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:10 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $77
  • LATAM Brasil
    15h 15m
    0
    5:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:10 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $77
  • Azul
    3h 40m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:25 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    8h 0m
    0
    10:30 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    6:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $34
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 40m
    0
    2:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:45 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Basic
    $38
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $42
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 10m
    0
    4:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:55 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $68
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 10m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 5m
    0
    7:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:10 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Azul
    3h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:30 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    6h 30m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    5h 5m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Jacarepaguá - Roberto Marinho Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $86

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 35m
    0
    4:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Basic
    $39
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 40m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    2:00 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 45m
    0
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:05 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Azul
    7h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:05 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    8h 40m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    2:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 0m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $83
  • Azul
    4h 50m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $139

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Basic
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Basic
    $36
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 40m
    0
    2:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:45 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Basic
    $37
  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • LATAM Brasil
    17h 10m
    0
    8:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:45 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $148
  • Azul
    7h 30m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    12:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $161
  • Azul
    5h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    12:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $161
  • LATAM Brasil
    25h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:45 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $170
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    14h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:25 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $272

What are the fastest trips from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP in just 2h 50m with a Flight from Azul. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 2h 50m
Friday
from 4h 50m
Saturday
from 3h 40m
Sunday
from 3h 5m
Monday
from 3h 0m
Tuesday
from 15h 0m
Wednesday
from 5h 55m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Azul
    2h 50m
    0
    7:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $241
  • Azul
    2h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    6:50 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $169
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    4h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:40 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $223
  • LATAM Brasil
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:25 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $137
  • Azul
    4h 35m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $262
  • Azul
    4h 50m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $346
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $43
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    4h 50m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $145
  • Azul
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $166
  • LATAM Brasil
    14h 0m
    0
    8:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:35 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $160
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    14h 45m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $390
  • LATAM Brasil
    22h 35m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:35 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $180
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $42
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $43
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    3h 40m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:25 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    4h 15m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:10 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $88
  • LATAM Brasil
    4h 20m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    2:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $103
  • LATAM Brasil
    4h 35m
    0
    3:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:55 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Azul
    7h 50m
    0
    10:30 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    6:20 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $81
  • Azul
    8h 0m
    0
    10:30 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    6:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Basic
    $38

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 5m
    0
    7:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:10 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 10m
    0
    4:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:55 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $68
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 10m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Azul
    3h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    9:30 AM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Azul
    5h 5m
    0
    5:45 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Jacarepaguá - Roberto Marinho Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $86
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 15m
    0
    5:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    12:10 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $108
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $42
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $34
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 40m
    0
    2:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:45 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Basic
    $38

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    3h 0m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:30 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $83
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 40m
    0
    10:20 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    2:00 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 45m
    0
    12:20 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    4:05 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $75
  • Azul
    4h 35m
    0
    3:55 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    8:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $139
  • Azul
    4h 50m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $139
  • Azul
    7h 35m
    0
    5:30 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:05 PM
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $78
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Basic
    $39
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 35m
    0
    4:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:20 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Levare VIP Room
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $26
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Premium Economy
    $36

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Azul
    5h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    12:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $161
  • Azul
    7h 30m
    0
    5:10 AM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    12:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $161
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    14h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    7:25 AM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $272
  • LATAM Brasil
    17h 10m
    0
    8:35 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:45 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $148
  • LATAM Brasil
    25h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    São José do Rio Preto Airport
    1:45 PM
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from $170
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Reunidas Paulista
    15h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Reunidas Paulista
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Hotel Golden Park
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Basic
    $36
  • Primar Turismo
    15h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    8:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    Primar Turismo
    Basic
    $36
  • Viação Cometa
    15h 40m
    0
    2:05 PM
    São José do Rio Preto, SP
    Central Bus Station
    5:45 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Cometa
    Basic
    $37
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro

What are the most popular stations in São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro?

In São José do Rio Preto, SP, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Itamarati VIP Room or Cometa VIP Room, while in Rio de Janeiro you will be arriving at Bus Station do Rio, Afonso Pena or Botafogo, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP? With 12 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro, you can pay as low as $26 with a Bus from Primar Turismo.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Azul: you will get to Rio de Janeiro in just 2h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Brasil, Azul and Reunidas Paulista, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from São José do Rio Preto Airport or to Bonsucesso, RJ, and look at flights from São José do Rio Preto Airport, and landing at Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular companies between São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro, are LATAM Brasil, Azul and Reunidas Paulista. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Reunidas Paulista, Primar Turismo and Viação Cometa

Airlines: LATAM Brasil, Azul and Gol Linhas Aéreas

All you need to know when you travel from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro

How can I reach Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP?

Every day, there are on average 12 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP.

How far is Rio de Janeiro from São José do Rio Preto, SP?

The distance between São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro is 419.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between São José do Rio Preto, SP and Rio de Janeiro?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 115 kgs, and a flight 166 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro with just $26 by taking a Bus from Primar Turismo.

What is the fastest way to get from São José do Rio Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rio de Janeiro in just 2h 50m with a Flight from Azul.

More routes to São José do Rio Preto, SP and to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to São José do Rio Preto, SP and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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