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 1515 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 £34
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 £34
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 11424 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
What's the distance between São José dos Campos and Rio de Janeiro by coach?
The journey from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro by coach covers an approximate distance of 172 miles (277 km).
How can I get from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro without driving?
You can reach Rio de Janeiro from São José dos Campos by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
22/11
£17
23/11
£37
Today
£13
25/11
£10
26/11
£10
27/11
£10
28/11
£10
29/11
£8
The cheapest trip from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
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 £8 to £71 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 £8, which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Transportes Santa Maria, 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.