Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Maceió on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GontijoBus
Novo Rio
Terminal Rodoviário de MaceióCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:34 PM -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 17hAverage Duration
1040 milesDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió start from $105. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1040 miles (1677 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Gontijo.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Maceió route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, BUSX, Autoviação 1001, Util, Cometa, Itapemirim, Viação Rio Doce, Viação Penha, Águia Branca.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 761 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cometa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Viação Rio Doce, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Cometa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/27
$108
11/28
$139
Today
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11/30
No data
12/01
$138
12/02
No data
12/03
$140
12/04
$126
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $108

To 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 Maceió, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $108 to $140 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Maceió based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-12-04.

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