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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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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Itajubá?
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 Itajubá
- APraça Dr. José Braz, 70 - Morro Chic, Itajubá - MG, 37500-074
Compare bus companies
Based on 764 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Cometa ticket prices on this trip start at $36
Cometa Rio de Janeiro Itajubá recent customer reviews
The bus ride was comfortable but the schedule was not as advertised. Two stops were added that that added 2 hours to the destination.
Felice M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá 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 Itajubá?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá start from $36. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Itajubá?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 237 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Cometa.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Itajubá was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $33To 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 Itajubá, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $83 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Itajubá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-29.
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