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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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UTIL + Real Expresso | Bus | Novo Rio | Caldas Novas | Cheapest | ||||
UTIL + Real Expresso | Bus | Novo Rio | Caldas Novas | Fastest | ||||
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:28 PM -03.
Get from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas
The journey takes about 1 day, 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Caldas Novas?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
Stops in Caldas Novas
- AR. Ernesto Shinona, 2 - Vila Sao Jose, Caldas Novas - GO, 75690-000
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas 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 Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas start from $99. The average price for this route is around $138. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas is 1d , covering a distance of 804 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by Expreso Diamante.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Real Expresso, Expresso União, Expreso Diamante, Util.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso União, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Util has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso União, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $99 to $134 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Caldas Novas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2025-11-29.
