Bus Tickets from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro

Next bus departures

Next departures for João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro on November 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GontijoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa
Novo RioCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:39 AM -03.

Get from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
1968 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro by bus

  1. What is the distance between João Pessoa and Rio de Janeiro?

    It's about 1973 km (1223 miles) from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa, in João Pessoa, and end it at 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
11-22
$150
11-23
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Today
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11-25
$192
11-26
$192
11-27
$144
11-28
$169
11-29
$168
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $144

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $144 to $192 for a bus ticket from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-11-27.

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