How far is Rio de Janeiro from Varginha?

The distance covered from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha is 275 km (170 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, and end it at Terminal Rodoviário de Varginha, in Varginha.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Varginha from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Varginha on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Varginha on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 55mAverage Duration

275 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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

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
D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil

Stops in Varginha

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Varginha
Avenida Benjamin Constant, 1000 - Jardim Petrópolis, Varginha - MG, 37010-000
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Compare bus companies

Viação Sampaio

3.5/5118 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.9

Based on 118 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Viação Sampaio ticket prices on this trip start at $35

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha by bus

How far is Rio de Janeiro from Varginha?
The distance covered from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha is 275 km (170 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, and end it at Terminal Rodoviário de Varginha, in Varginha.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-24

$77

11-25

$50

Today

$57

11-27

$48

11-28

$48

11-29

$49

11-30

$41

12-01

$42

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $41

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 Varginha, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $106 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-30.