Based on 118 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Viação Sampaio ticket prices on this trip start at £8
Viação Sampaio São José dos Campos Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews
The bus was 1.5 hours late, which is way too much.
Based on 648 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Util ticket prices on this trip start at £12
Based on 1518 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Catarinense ticket prices on this trip start at £22
Based on 311 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expresso Nordeste ticket prices on this trip start at £11
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Transportes Santa Maria ticket prices on this trip start at £33
Based on 67 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Primar ticket prices on this trip start at £33
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BUSX ticket prices on this trip start at £15
Based on 172 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Passaro Marron ticket prices on this trip start at £17
Based on 65 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expresso Adamantina ticket prices on this trip start at £14
Based on 11459 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £9
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro
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 José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest coach tickets from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro start from £8. The average price for this route is around £21. 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 José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus journey time from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 171 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Viação Sampaio.
Which bus companies service the São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus journey from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro produces an estimated 7 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 José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Passaro Marron, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 171 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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£17
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£18
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£11
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£10
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£10
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The cheapest trip from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £10
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £44 for a bus ticket from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Catarinense, Transportes Santa Maria 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.
The cheapest trip from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £10
