Bus from São Paulo to Petrolina: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for São Paulo to Petrolina on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rápido Federal + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário - PetrolinaCheapest
GontijoBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário - PetrolinaFastest
Real Expresso + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário - PetrolinaNo tags
Rápido Federal + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário - PetrolinaNo tags
GontijoBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário - PetrolinaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:19 PM -03.

Get from São Paulo to Petrolina

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
2d 7hAverage Duration
1700 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to Petrolina by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to Petrolina start from $136. The average price for this route is around $190. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    The average bus travel time from São Paulo to Petrolina is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1700 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Gontijo.

  3. Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Petrolina route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, CATEDRAL, BUSX, Real Expresso, Rápido Federal.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Petrolina at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    A bus trip from São Paulo to Petrolina generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rápido Federal, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 697 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Gontijo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.9.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rápido Federal, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Petrolina?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rápido Federal, 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
11-26
$166
11-27
$125
Today
$139
11-29
$160
11-30
$162
12-01
$120
12-02
$139
12-03
$149
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to Petrolina was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $120

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Paulo to Petrolina, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $120 to $296 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Petrolina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-12-01.

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