According to 11 reviews, Viação Sampaio received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. Viação Sampaio ticket prices on this trip start at $15
Viação Sampaio Rio de Janeiro São José dos Campos recent customer reviews
Due to night rush hour Rio traffic, we were about 90 minutes later than the estimated time, which isn't Viaçao's fault though they could plan those delays into the time because it's happened before.
3 out of 5 stars
Caroline A E.
Freezing in a bus 6 hours long! Why so much air conditioning???
Based on 1516 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Catarinense ticket prices on this trip start at $38
Based on 311 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Expresso Nordeste ticket prices on this trip start at $36
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the WiFi. Transportes Santa Maria ticket prices on this trip start at $23
Based on 648 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Util ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Based on 67 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Primar ticket prices on this trip start at $37
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. BUSX ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Based on 190 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Itapemirim ticket prices on this trip start at $41
Based on 289 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Expresso do Sul ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Based on 1809 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Autoviação 1001 ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Based on 484 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Penha ticket prices on this trip start at $53
Based on 83 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Rio Doce ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Based on 16 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Brisa ticket prices on this trip start at $39
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Cidade do Aço ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Paraibuna ticket prices on this trip start at $33
Based on 11443 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $16
Based on 551 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Águia Branca ticket prices on this trip start at $39
Based on 65 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Expresso Adamantina ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos by bus
How far is Rio de Janeiro from São José dos Campos?
The distance covered from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is 277 km (172 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-23
$69
11-24
$44
Today
$28
11-26
$24
11-27
$16
11-28
$24
11-29
$24
11-30
$21
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos was searched and found on Nov 27, 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 São José dos Campos, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $142 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually Transportes Santa Maria, Catarinense 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.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $16
