Bus from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SampaioBus
Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
Novo RioCheapest
SampaioBus
Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
Novo RioFastest
CatarinenseBus
Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
Novo RioNo tags
Transportes Santa MariaBus
Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
Novo RioNo tags
Nordeste TransportesBus
Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
Novo RioNo tags

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Get from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
5h 45mAverage duration
171 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Which bus companies service the São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Viação Sampaio, Util, Catarinense, Expresso Nordeste, Transportes Santa Maria, Primar, BUSX, Passaro Marron, Expresso Adamantina, FlixBus.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£21
26/11
£17
Today
£18
28/11
£11
29/11
£10
30/11
£10
01/12
£12
02/12
£12
busbud logoThe 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.

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