Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Novo Rio
Rodoviária de FortalezaCheapestFastest
UTIL + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Novo Rio
Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $205, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3d 1hAverage Duration
2188 kmDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza 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 Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza start from $205. The average price for this route is around $323. 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 Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 2188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Expresso Guanabara.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, Itapemirim, Cometa, Util, Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:21pm.

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

    A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza generates an estimated 55 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 Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 761 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Cometa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
11-30
$191
12-01
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Today
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12-03
$192
12-04
$192
12-05
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12-06
$192
12-07
$193
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $191

To 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 Fortaleza, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $191 to $193 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $192 which is on 2025-12-03.

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