How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté start from $10. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 148 miles (239 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by BUSX .

Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Viação Sampaio , Catarinense , Util , Expresso Adamantina , BUSX .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:58pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Catarinense , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 1513 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Catarinense has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Util , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Catarinense , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:58pm	Novo Rio	4h 57m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	11:58pm	Novo Rio	4h 57m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	11:00pm	Novo Rio	5h	4:00am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Novo Rio	5h	4:00am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:58pm	Novo Rio	4h 57m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 55m	5:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	5h 15m	12:45pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:58pm	Novo Rio	4h 57m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 40m	5:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Novo Rio	5h 10m	2:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 55m	3:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 40m	5:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Novo Rio	6h	1:00pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	5h 15m	12:45pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 40m	6:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 40m	6:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Novo Rio	5h 5m	9:20pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 40m	5:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 40m	6:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Novo Rio	5h 10m	2:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 40m	6:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 55m	3:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 40m	5:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Novo Rio	5h 5m	9:20pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:58pm	Novo Rio	4h 57m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	4h 40m	5:40pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Novo Rio	5h 15m	12:45pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	5h 55m	6:55pm	Rodoviária de Taubaté	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:41 PM -03.

Get from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

148 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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

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
Visit page
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

Stops in Taubaté

A
Rodoviária de Taubaté
R. Benedito da Silveira Moraes, 120 - Jardim Ana Emilia, Taubaté - SP
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Compare bus companies

Viação Sampaio

3.5/5118 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.9

Catarinense

4/51,519 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.2

Util

3.5/5648 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0.9

Expresso Adamantina

3/565 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi0

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

BR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté start from $10. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
The average bus trip duration from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 148 miles (239 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by BUSX.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Viação Sampaio, Catarinense, Util, Expresso Adamantina, BUSX.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:58pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Catarinense, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 1513 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Catarinense has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Util, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Catarinense, 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.

Best price found

11/26

$20

11/27

$10

Today

$20

11/29

$9

11/30

$17

12/01

$11

12/02

$22

12/03

$14

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $9

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 Taubaté, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $73 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Catarinense 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.