Bus from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
UTILBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
Novo RioCheapest
Expresso UniãoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
Novo RioFastest
UTILBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
Novo RioNo tags
Expresso UniãoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
Novo RioNo tags
UTILBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
Novo RioNo tags

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Get from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
11h 49mAverage Duration
512 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro 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 Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro start from $60. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    The average bus travel time from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro is 11h 49m, covering a distance of 512 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Viação São Bento.

  3. Which bus companies service the Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Expresso União, Util, Expreso Diamante, Cometa, Viação São Bento, Piracicabana, Viação Santa Cruz, Rápido d'Oeste.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    The earliest bus departs from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    A bus trip from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 13 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 Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Piracicabana, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação São Bento has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Piracicabana, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Piracicabana, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
11-28
$50
11-29
$50
Today
$50
12-01
$50
12-02
$55
12-03
$54
12-04
$54
12-05
$56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $200 for a bus ticket from Ribeirão Preto to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Expresso União 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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