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Coach trips from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

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Avg. trip duration

6hr40mins

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Avg. distance

265 miles

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Fares for the coach journey between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro start from £8.49. To get the best value on FlixBus tickets, consider travelling during off-peak hours and on weekdays. You can secure your ticket through this website or via the FlixBus app. We offer a variety of secure payment options, including card payments, PayPal, and Google Pay. Should you encounter any issues with payment, our payment help page is here to assist. Tickets can also be purchased onboard or at our selling points using cash.
Booking bus tickets between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo with FlixBus is quick and easy. Simply navigate to the FlixBus website and choose your trip in just three clicks. To find cheap coach tickets, you need to select your city & station of departure and destination, the dates of outgoing & return trips and the number of passengers. The search function will then show you coach trips at the best price, enabling you to reserve your seats and add the trip to your cart before paying for your booking.
The route between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro covers approximately 267 miles and generally takes about 6 hours 30 minutes.
Travelers journeying from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are entitled to one checked bag (dimensions: 50x80x30 cm or 19.7x31.5x11.8 inches, weight: up to 20 kg or 44 lbs) and a carry on bag (dimensions: 30x42x18 cm or 11.8x16.5x7.1 inches, weight: up to 7 kg or 15.4 lbs) free of charge. For specifics on extra or unique baggage, consult our luggage policy. Bikes can be ferried on FlixBus, subject to slot availability. Refer to for more information and our bike pricing guide for rates.
There's no requirement for a printed ticket for your journey between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. After completing your online booking, you'll receive an email containing a PDF with a QR code, which serves as your digital ticket. If you booked via the FlixBus App, your ticket will be saved there. Just present this digital QR code to the driver upon boarding.
The first FlixBus service departing from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is scheduled for 00:30.
The last FlixBus of the day from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is at 23:30.
In São Paulo, there are2 coach stops, namely Sala VIP Levare, Sao Paulo (Terminal-Tiete). For Rio de Janeiro, it has 2 stops.. These stops can be located on the map above.
To keep track of your coach's timely arrival between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, use the FlixBus Real-Time Coach Tracker. This tool provides updated information about potential delays.
Absolutely. Every FlixBus service operating between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro caters to passengers with mobility challenges. Our priority is ensuring access and comfort for everyone. Additionally, service animals are welcome on all journeys between these cities. We also accommodate wheelchairs, folding wheelchairs, and other mobility aids at no extra charge.

Onboard services are subject to availability