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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos | Macaé Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos | Macaé Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos | Macaé Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos | Macaé Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos | Macaé Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from São José dos Campos to Macaé
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 563, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from São José dos Campos to Macaé 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 São José dos Campos to Macaé?
The cheapest bus tickets from São José dos Campos to Macaé start at R 563. The average price for this route is around R 875. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
The average bus journey time from São José dos Campos to Macaé is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 430 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Expresso União.
Which bus companies service the São José dos Campos to Macaé route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Expresso União, Itapemirim.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
The earliest bus departs from São José dos Campos to Macaé at 19:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
A bus trip from São José dos Campos to Macaé produces an estimated 11 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 São José dos Campos to Macaé?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso União, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Itapemirim has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São José dos Campos to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso União, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 São José dos Campos to Macaé was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 490To 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 Macaé as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 490 to R 2 328 for a bus ticket from São José dos Campos to Macaé based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 490, which is on 2026-01-09.
