How far is Rio de Janeiro from Varginha?

About 170 miles (275 km) separate Rio de Janeiro and Varginha.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha leave from Novo Rio and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Varginha. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Varginha from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Varginha on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Varginha on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 50m	5:20am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags

Next departures for Rio de Janeiro to Varginha on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Novo Rio	8h 55m	9:55pm	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Novo Rio	8h 25m	4:55am	Rodoviária de Varginha	No tags

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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 55mAverage Duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

Stops in Varginha

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Varginha
Avenida Benjamin Constant, 1000 - Jardim Petrópolis, Varginha - MG, 37010-000
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Viação Sampaio

3.5/5118 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.9

Based on 118 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Viação Sampaio ticket prices on this trip start at $24

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

How far is Rio de Janeiro from Varginha?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$37

11/23

$77

Today

$53

11/25

$35

11/26

$34

11/27

$34

11/28

$34

11/29

$34

The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $34

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 Varginha, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $34 to $95 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Varginha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-26.