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

The cheapest coach tickets from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro start from £34. The average price for this route is around £83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

The average bus journey time from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 697 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Viação Penha .

Which bus companies service the Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Viação Penha , Itapemirim , Catarinense , Real Expresso .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus departs from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus journey from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Catarinense , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 1513 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Catarinense has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Itapemirim , with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro from £44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	13:15	Novo Rio	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Nordeste Transportes + Viação Penha	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 9h	08:30	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	08:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 4h	12:30	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	08:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 4h	12:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags
Nordeste Transportes + Itapemirim	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 15h	12:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	12:40	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	Fastest
Real Expresso + UTIL	Bus	20:30	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	2d 16h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Rodoviária de Porto Alegre	1d 5h	14:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:41 -03.

Get from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

697 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in Porto Alegre

A
Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Largo Vespasiano Júlio Veppo, 3080 - Centro Histórico, Porto Alegre - RS, 90035-040, Brazil
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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

Compare bus companies

Viação Penha

3.5/5484 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi0.8

Itapemirim

3.5/5190 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi1.2

Catarinense

4/51,519 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi1.2

Real Expresso

3.5/562 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4

WiFi0.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro

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

How much is the bus ticket from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest coach tickets from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro start from £34. The average price for this route is around £83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus journey time from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 697 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Viação Penha.
Which bus companies service the Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Viação Penha, Itapemirim, Catarinense, Real Expresso.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus journey from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Catarinense, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 1513 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Catarinense has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Itapemirim, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itapemirim, 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

28/11

£90

29/11

£50

Today

£44

01/12

£88

02/12

£44

03/12

£44

04/12

£44

05/12

£44

The cheapest trip from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £44 to £139 for a bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Viação Penha 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.