How much does a bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro cost?

The bus ticket price from Santos to Rio de Janeiro starts at R 384. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?

The average travel time between Santos and Rio de Janeiro is around 10h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 341 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Santos and Rio de Janeiro?

The number of buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?

When taking the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Cometa, Viação Sampaio, Util.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?

Buses travelling between Santos and Rio de Janeiro leave from Rodoviária de Santos or Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus and arrive at Novo Rio, Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim, Rodoviária.

Bus Santos to Rio de Janeiro from R 336 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 35m	05:35	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	6h 40m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 35m	05:35	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	07:00	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Sampaio	Bus	07:30	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 10m	05:40	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 35m	05:35	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cometa + Viação Penha	Bus	06:30	Rodoviária de Santos	14h	20:30	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	13:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 20m	22:50	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Santos	16h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Sampaio	Bus	07:30	Rodoviária de Santos	10h 30m	18:00	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	13:35	Rodoviária de Santos	15h 10m	04:45	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	6h 40m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	9h	06:00	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	07:00	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	15:35	Rodoviária de Santos	13h 10m	04:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	9h	06:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	04:55	Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus	23h 50m	04:45	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	6h 40m	06:10	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	13:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 20m	22:50	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	11:05	Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus	17h 40m	04:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	08:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 15m	17:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	13:05	Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus	15h 40m	04:45	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Cometa + Sampaio	Bus	07:30	Rodoviária de Santos	10h 15m	17:45	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	23:00	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 20m	06:20	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	08:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 15m	17:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	07:00	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Santos	16h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	07:25	Novo Rio	Fastest
	Bus	13:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 20m	22:50	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	07:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	07:00	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Viação 1001	Bus	15:35	Rodoviária de Santos	13h 10m	04:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Santos to Rio de Janeiro on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:15	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	06:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	21:00	Rodoviária de Santos	8h 25m	05:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	07:00	Rodoviária de Santos	22h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags
Cometa + Sampaio	Bus	07:30	Rodoviária de Santos	10h 15m	17:45	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Rodoviária de Santos	9h 20m	22:50	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Rodoviária de Santos	7h 55m	07:25	Novo Rio	No tags
Passaro Marron + UTIL	Bus	13:00	Rodoviária de Santos	16h 20m	05:20	Novo Rio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:41 PM -03.

Get from Santos to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 384, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

10h 50mAverage duration

339 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Cometa

4.5/5757 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

Viação Sampaio

3.5/5118 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi0.9

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 R 384

Viação Sampaio Santos Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews

A pior viagem que já fiz há muito tempo

Ottilia M.

15 November 2023

Absolutely fine but I couldn’t find a charging usb for my Phone

Elsa P.

7 February 2023

Util

3.5/5646 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi0.9

Based on 12 reviews, Util was rated 3.6 stars for this trip. Util ticket prices on this trip start at R 410, with the trip lasting on average 473.

Útil Santos Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews

Good bus and facilities but it was more than 2 hours late. missed our person that was going to pick us up and had to book an uber..

Tyron C.

9 January 2020

Very comfortable

Rebecca I.

18 April 2018

Expresso Luxo

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Rápido Brasil

4.5/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi1.7

Passaro Marron

4/5168 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.3

Ultra Transportes

4.5/574 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.7

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Where are the popular stops in Santos and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in Santos

A - Rodoviária de Santos

B - Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A - Novo Rio

B - Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim

C - Rodoviária

D - Av. Pedro Calmon

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santos to Rio de Janeiro by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro cost?
The bus ticket price from Santos to Rio de Janeiro starts at R 384. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?
The average travel time between Santos and Rio de Janeiro is around 10h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 341 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Santos and Rio de Janeiro?
The number of buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?
When taking the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Cometa, Viação Sampaio, Util.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro?
Buses travelling between Santos and Rio de Janeiro leave from Rodoviária de Santos or Santos - Bairro José Menino Onibus and arrive at Novo Rio, Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim, Rodoviária.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 551

12/11

R 481

Today

R 1 116

14/11

R 508

15/11

R 372

16/11

R 680

17/11

R 542

18/11

R 737

The cheapest trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 372

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 372 to R 1 515 for a bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 372, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually Viação Sampaio 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.