What is the distance between Belém and Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between the two cities is 1522 miles (2455 km).

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

If you're headed to Rio de Janeiro from Belém, chances are that your bus will depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Belém and arrive at Novo Rio. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Rio de Janeiro?

Once in Rio de Janeiro, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Rio das Ostras Jazz & Blues, Mirante Dona Marta, Museu do Amanhã, Favelas and Escadaria Selarón.

Bus Belém to Rio de Janeiro from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Belém to Rio de Janeiro on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Real Expresso + Satélite Norte	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Belém	2d 9h	6:10pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Belém	2d 23h	6:10pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Boa Esperanca + Rotas do Triangulo	Bus	7:15pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Belém	2d 10h	6:00am	Novo Rio	No tags
Rotas do Triangulo + Satélite Norte	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Belém	2d 21h	6:00am	Novo Rio	No tags
Util + Satélite Norte + Real Expresso	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Belém	2d 12h	9:00pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Get from Belém to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 days, 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3d Average Duration

1521 milesDistance

61kgCO₂ emissions

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

Stops in Belém

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Belém
Praça do Operário, s/n - São Brás, Belém - PA, 66090-500
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Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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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

Compare bus companies

Itapemirim

3.5/5190 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.2

Real Expresso

3.5/562 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi0.7

Rotas do Triangulo

3.5/563 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

Boa Esperanca

4/59 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi1.7

Satélite Norte

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Belém, PA to Rio de Janeiro by bus

What is the distance between Belém and Rio de Janeiro?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Belém to Rio de Janeiro?
What are the best sights and things to do in Rio de Janeiro?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$150

11/25

$160

Today

$158

11/27

$158

11/28

$160

11/29

$160

11/30

No data

12/01

$152

The cheapest trip from Belém, PA to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $150

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

You can expect to pay from $150 to $160 for a bus ticket from Belém, PA to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-12-01.