How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus start from $90. The average price for this route is around $134. 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 Ilhéus?

The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1002 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by Gontijo .

Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo , Viação Rio Doce , Util , Viação Brisa , Itapemirim , Rápido Federal .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?

A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus generates an estimated 25 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 Ilhéus?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação Rio Doce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Brisa , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Novo Rio	1d 5h	3:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Novo Rio	23h 26m	4:11pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Novo Rio	1d 3h	12:00pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Novo Rio	1d	6:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Novo Rio	1d 1h	6:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Novo Rio	1d	5:50pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Novo Rio	1d 5h	3:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:30am	Novo Rio	1d 5h	3:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:35pm	Novo Rio	1d	5:20pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Cheapest
	Bus	4:45pm	Novo Rio	23h 26m	4:11pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Fastest

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	Novo Rio	1d	5:20pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Novo Rio	23h 26m	4:11pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Novo Rio	1d 5h	3:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Novo Rio	1d 5h	3:30pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Novo Rio	23h 26m	4:11pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	Fastest
Bus	5:50pm	Novo Rio	1d	6:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:49 PM -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

1002 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus?

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Stops in Ilhéus

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus
Av. Esperança, 12 - Esperança, Ilhéus - BA, 45658-630, Brazil
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Compare bus companies

Gontijo

3/5136 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi0.8

Viação Rio Doce

4/590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.1

Util

3.5/5650 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0.9

Viação Brisa

3.5/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Itapemirim

3.5/5202 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.1

Rápido Federal

4/5731 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi0.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus 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 Ilhéus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus start from $90. The average price for this route is around $134. 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 Ilhéus?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1002 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by Gontijo.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce, Util, Viação Brisa, Itapemirim, Rápido Federal.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus generates an estimated 25 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 Ilhéus?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação Rio Doce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Brisa, 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

01-14

$257

01-15

$257

Today

$139

01-17

$139

01-18

$103

01-19

$139

01-20

$157

01-21

$99

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $99

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 Ilhéus, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $99 to $271 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2026-01-21.