What is the cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

The cheapest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos is to bus via Jacareí which costs R$ 140 - R$ 250 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

The fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos is to fly and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs R$ 360 - R$ 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Santos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio and arriving at Rodoviária de Santos. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Santos is 436 km. The road distance is 495.9 km.

How do I travel from Rio de Janeiro to Santos without a car?

The best way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos without a car is to bus via Jacareí which takes 6h 10m and costs R$ 140 - R$ 250.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio de Janeiro to Santos bus from?

Rio de Janeiro to Santos bus services, operated by Viação Nova, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

Where does the Rio de Janeiro to Santos bus arrive?

Rio de Janeiro to Santos bus services, operated by Viação Nova, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí station.

Can I drive from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio de Janeiro to Santos is 496 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Santos.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Santos?

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Where can I stay near Santos?

There are 5983+ hotels available in Santos.

Rio de Janeiro to Santos - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Santos by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Santos Dumont Airport to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH)plane SDU - CGH
2. Take the bus from São Paulo - Jabaquara to Rodoviária de Santosbus
3h 10m
R$368–2,994
Bus via Jacareí
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1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareíbus
2. Take the bus from Jacareí to Tietê Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from São Paulo - Jabaquara to Rodoviária de Santosbus
6h 10m
R$146–247
Drive 495.9 km
1. Drive from Rio de Janeiro to Santoscar 495.9 km
5h 42m
R$261–377
Fly Santos Dumont Airport to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)plane SDU - GRU
2. Take the bus from Guarulhos to Santos Bus Stationbus
4h 5m
R$339–2,912
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 São Paulo - Jabaquara to Rodoviária de Santosbus
4h 47m
R$289–3,185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Santosbus Santos / ...
9h
R$310–440

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

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Distance: 435.5 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Santos, Brazil?

You can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio to Rodoviária de Santos via Jacareí, Tietê Bus Terminal, Portuguesa-tietê, Jabaquara, and São Paulo - Jabaquara in around 6h 10m.

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