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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Sao Joao del Rei | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Sao Joao del Rei | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 21/11/2025 -03.
Get from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 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 João del Rei?
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 João del Rei
- AR. São João Delegado Rey, 1-107 - Centro, São João Del Rei - MG, 36307-252, Brazil
- B
São João del Rei Onibus
R. Manoel Anselmo, 104 - Centro, São João Del Rei - MG, 36300-078, Brazil
Compare bus companies
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Paraibuna ticket prices on this trip start at £29
Paraibuna Rio de Janeiro São João del Rei recent customer reviews
La atención del chófer y su ayudante, la comodidad de los asientos y que pasó por Tiradentes
Petra J.
The bus left 10 minutes late and arrived 90 minutes late. The bus seats are made for smaller people, not six footers. The seats lie right back making it very uncomfortable for the person behind. The seats also have a strange leg support which is tailored for shorter people. The woman selling the tickets in Rio was very helpful. The stops along the way were timely and the aircoditioning worked well.
Andrew W.
Everything was fine with the jpurney
Susan F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei
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 Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei start from £29. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?
The average bus journey time from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 139 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Paraibuna.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei?
A bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 São João del Rei was searched and found on 1 Dec 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 João del Rei as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £26 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São João del Rei based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-01.
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