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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 | Novo Rio | Joinville - SC | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Joinville - SC | Fastest | ||||
UTIL + Real Expresso | Bus | Novo Rio | Joinville - SC | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Joinville - SC | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Novo Rio | Joinville - SC | No tags |
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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville
The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 580, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Joinville?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
Stops in Joinville
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Joinville
R. Paraíba, 474 - Anita Garibaldi, Joinville - SC, 89203-530
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville, BR by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville start at R 580. The average price for this route is around R 1 206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
The average bus journey time from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 686 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 40m and is operated by Viação Penha.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Joinville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Viação Penha, Expresso Nordeste, FlixBus, Util.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Penha, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 508 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso Nordeste, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Nordeste, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Rio de Janeiro to Joinville, BR was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 554To 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 Joinville, BR as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 554 to R 2 612 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Joinville, BR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 554, which is on 2026-02-05.
Usually Expresso Nordeste 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.
