What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo is to bus via Jacareí which costs R$ 110 - R$ 160 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo is to fly and bus which takes 1h 39m and costs R$ 360 - R$ 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro (State) and São Paulo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rio de Janeiro and arriving at Tietê Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro (State) and São Paulo is 377 km. The road distance is 431.2 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo without a car is to bus via Jacareí which takes 5h 28m and costs R$ 110 - R$ 160.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo bus from?

Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo bus services, operated by Viação Nova, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Bus or fly from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo is to bus via Jacareí which takes 5h 28m and costs R$ 110 - R$ 160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R$ 310 - R$ 3100 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo bus services, operated by Viação Nova, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo is 431 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo.

Where can I stay near São Paulo?

There are 13725+ hotels available in São Paulo.

Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro (State) to São Paulo by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Santos Dumont Airport to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH)plane SDU - CGH
2. Take the bus from Lineu Gomes to Av. Vinte E Três De Maiobus
1h 39m
R$364–2,973
Bus via Jacareí
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareíbus Campo Grande / ...
2. Take the bus from Jacareí to Tietê Bus Terminalbus Jacareí
5h 28m
R$110–154
Drive 431.2 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulocar 431.2 km
4h 51m
R$224–323
Fly Santos Dumont Airport to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)plane SDU - GRU
2h 17m
R$316–3,020
Fly Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport, bus
1. Fly from Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG) to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH)plane GIG - CGH
2. Take the bus from Lineu Gomes to Av. Vinte E Três De Maiobus
3h 43m
R$416–3,116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal Barra Fundabus São Paulo / ...
6h 59m
R$162–293
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Tietê Bus Terminalbus Teixeira de Freitas / ...
8h 6m
R$160–260
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from São João de Meriti to Tietê Bus Terminalbus Sao Paulo / ...
8h 56m
R$215–369

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) flights

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 376.8 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro (State), Brazil and São Paulo, Brazil?

You can take a vehicle from Tiradentes to Tietê Bus Terminal via Rodoviaria, Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio, and Jacareí in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile and Azul fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) 5 times a day.

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