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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rodoviária de Porto Alegre | Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria | No tags |
Get from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Porto Alegre and Santa Maria?
Stops in Porto Alegre
- ALargo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo, 3080 - Centro Histórico, Porto Alegre - RS, 90035-040, Brazil
Stops in Santa Maria
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Santa Maria
Rua Pedro Pereira 1450 - lj 101, Santa Maria - RS, 72547-700
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Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Planalto ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Porto Alegre, RS to Santa Maria, RS, BR by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria start from $32. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria?
The average bus travel time from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 251 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Viação Planalto.
Which bus companies service the Porto Alegre to Santa Maria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria?
The earliest bus departs from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria?
A bus trip from Porto Alegre to Santa Maria generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Porto Alegre, RS to Santa Maria, RS, BR was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Porto Alegre, RS to Santa Maria, RS, BR, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $51 for a bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Santa Maria, RS, BR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-03.
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