Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Itapemirim + Águia Branca | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Itapemirim + Águia Branca | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags | ||||
Rota Transportes + Itapemirim | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | No tags |
Get from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just £95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - 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 João Pessoa
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa
R. Francisco Londres, 144 - Varadouro, João Pessoa - PB, 58010-150
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa
How far is João Pessoa from Rio de Janeiro by coach?
The journey from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa by coach covers an approximate distance of 1223 miles (1973 km).
What is the best way to go from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa without flying?
To travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £80To 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 João Pessoa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £80 to £146 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £81, which is on 2025-11-26.
