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

The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina start from $17. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Leopoldina?

The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Paraibuna .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Viação Rio Doce , Águia Branca , BUSX , Paraibuna .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina generates an estimated 4 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 Leopoldina?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação Rio Doce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

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

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.

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

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

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Novo Rio	4h 5m	1:50am	Leopoldina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	4h 30m	1:00am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	4h 30m	12:00pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 10m	12:10am	Leopoldina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	4h 30m	1:00am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Novo Rio	4h	9:30pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	4h 30m	1:00am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 10m	12:10am	Leopoldina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	3h 50m	9:50pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Novo Rio	3h 39m	11:19pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	3:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 10m	7:10pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Novo Rio	3h 50m	10:20am	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 15m	10:15pm	Leopoldina Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:58 AM -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

164 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Viação Rio Doce

4/584 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.1

Águia Branca

4/5552 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.6

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

Paraibuna

4/527 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi0

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina 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 Leopoldina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina start from $17. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Leopoldina?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Paraibuna.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Viação Rio Doce, Águia Branca, BUSX, Paraibuna.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina generates an estimated 4 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 Leopoldina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Viação Rio Doce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

$20

12-01

$23

Today

$16

12-03

$23

12-04

$23

12-05

$23

12-06

$23

12-07

$17

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Leopoldina, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $72 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Leopoldina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually Águia Branca 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.