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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rio de Janeiro - Hotel Golden Glória - RJ | Rodoviária de São Carlos | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos | No tags | ||||
Viação Penha + Piracicabana | Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária de São Carlos | No tags | ||||
Viação Penha + Piracicabana | Bus | Novo Rio | Rodoviária de São Carlos | No tags |
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Get from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos
The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos?
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 São Carlos
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos
R. César Ricomi, 191-289 - Jardim Lutfalla, São Carlos - SP, 13560-510, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP
What's the distance between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos by coach?
The journey from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos by coach covers an approximate distance of 305 miles (492 km).
How can I travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos avoiding air travel?
To travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £25To 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 Carlos, SP as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £40 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-27.
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