Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CatarinenseBus
Novo Rio
Rodoviária de TaubatéCheapest
CatarinenseBus
Novo Rio
Rodoviária de TaubatéFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:05 -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
5h 10mAverage duration
148 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté start from £8. The average price for this route is around £19. 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 journey from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    The average bus journey time from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 148 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by BUSX.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Viação Sampaio, Catarinense, Util, Expresso Adamantina, BUSX.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:58.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    A bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Util, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Catarinense, 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
29/11
£15
30/11
£20
Today
£9
02/12
£17
03/12
£17
04/12
£9
05/12
£10
06/12
£12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

To 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 Taubaté as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £57 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Catarinense 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.

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