Bus from Rio de Janeiro to Recife: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Recife on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itapemirim + FlixBus
Bus
Novo Rio
Terminal RodoviárioCheapest
Viação Rio Doce + Itapemirim
Bus
Novo Rio
Terminal RodoviárioFastest
Aguia Branca + FlixBus
Bus
Novo Rio
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Aguia Branca + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Novo Rio
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Aguia Branca + FlixBus
Bus
Novo Rio
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2d 1hAverage Duration
1159 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Recife 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 Recife?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Recife start from $91. The average price for this route is around $173. 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 Recife?

    The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1159 miles (1869 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Viação Rio Doce.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Gontijo, Itapemirim, BUSX, Util, Autoviação 1001, Viação Rio Doce, Cometa, Viação Penha.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Recife at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife generates an estimated 47 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 Recife?

    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 778 reviews.

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

    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 Recife?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Cometa, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
01/17
$240
01/18
$240
Today
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01/20
No data
01/21
$240
01/22
$211
01/23
$182
01/24
$182
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $182

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 Recife, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $182 to $240 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Recife based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2026-01-23.

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