Based on 131 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Gontijo ticket prices on this trip start at $89
Gontijo Ilhéus Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
Based on 83 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Rio Doce ticket prices on this trip start at $148
Based on 166 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Rota Transportes ticket prices on this trip start at $83
Viação Nacional offers 1 daily buses from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro. Though the average price for this trip is $104, you can find tickets starting at $83. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 1392.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro by bus
What is the distance between Ilhéus and Rio de Janeiro?
Ilhéus and Rio de Janeiro are 1004 km (623 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro?
Buses departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus in Ilhéus will take you to Novo Rio in Rio de Janeiro.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-20
$106
11-21
$106
Today
$159
11-23
$119
11-24
$105
11-25
$119
11-26
$91
11-27
$82
The cheapest trip from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $82
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $82 to $163 for a bus ticket from Ilhéus to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually Viação Rio Doce will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.