Bus from Recife to Brasília: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Recife to Brasília on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Terminal Rodoviário
Rodoviária Interestadual de BrasíliaCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:45 AM -03.

Get from Recife to Brasília

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 19hAverage Duration
1653 kmDistance
41kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Recife to Brasília by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Recife to Brasília?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Recife to Brasília start from $93. The average price for this route is around $189. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Recife to Brasília?

    The average bus travel time from Recife to Brasília is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1653 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Expresso São Luiz.

  3. Which bus companies service the Recife to Brasília route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Expresso São Luiz, CATEDRAL, Itapemirim, Expresso Guanabara, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Recife to Brasília?

    The earliest bus departs from Recife to Brasília at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Recife to Brasília?

    A bus trip from Recife to Brasília generates an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Recife to Brasília?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Recife to Brasília?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Recife to Brasília?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Recife to Brasília?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$127
11-28
$117
Today
$191
11-30
$128
12-01
$121
12-02
$124
12-03
$121
12-04
$134
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Recife to Brasília was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $117

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

You can expect to pay from $117 to $454 for a bus ticket from Recife to Brasília based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Expresso São Luiz 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.

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