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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rodoviária de São Carlos | Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos | Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rodoviária de São Carlos | Mirassol - SP | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos | Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos | Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto | No tags |
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Get from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto
The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in São Carlos and São José do Rio Preto?
Stops in São Carlos
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Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos
R. César Ricomi, 191-289 - Jardim Lutfalla, São Carlos - SP, 13560-510, Brazil
Stops in São José do Rio Preto
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Rodoviária de São José do Rio Preto
Rua Pedro Amaral, s/n - CEP 15010-010 São José do Rio Preto
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from São Carlos, SP to São José do Rio Preto
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 São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
The cheapest coach tickets from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto start from £16. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
The average bus journey time from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 127 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Guerino Seiscento.
Which bus companies service the São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Cometa, Itamarati, Guerino Seiscento.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
The earliest bus departs from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
A bus journey from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto produces an estimated 5 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 São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 761 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Cometa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Itamarati, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Carlos to São José do Rio Preto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itamarati, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from São Carlos, SP to São José do Rio Preto was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Carlos, SP to São José do Rio Preto as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £20 for a bus ticket from São Carlos, SP to São José do Rio Preto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-02.
