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

The cheapest way to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to bus via Jacareí which costs R$ 100 - R$ 160 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs R$ 310 - R$ 3100.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tietê Bus Terminal and arriving at Rio de Janeiro. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

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

The distance between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro (State) is 376 km. The road distance is 430.3 km.

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

The best way to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) without a car is to bus via Jacareí which takes 5h 20m and costs R$ 100 - R$ 160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State), including transfers.

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

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus services, operated by Passaro Marron, depart from Tietê Bus Terminal station.

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

The best way to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs R$ 350 - R$ 3100. Alternatively, you can bus via Jacareí, which costs R$ 100 - R$ 160 and takes 5h 20m.

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

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) bus services, operated by Passaro Marron, arrive at Jacareí station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) is 430 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State).

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro (State)?

There are 9849+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro (State).

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) by plane, bus, or car

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Fly São Paulo–Congonhas Airport to Santos Dumont Airport
best
1. Fly from São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)plane CGH - SDU
2h 40m
R$355–3,005
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus São Paulo
6h 18m
R$101–313
Bus via Jacareí
1. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Jacareíbus São Paulo
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus Campo Grande / ...
5h 20m
R$109–152
Drive 430.3 km
1. Drive from São Paulo to Rio de Janeirocar 430.3 km
4h 56m
R$223–323
Fly São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport
1. Fly from São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)plane GRU - SDU
2h 22m
R$317–3,047
Fly São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)plane GRU - GIG
3h 53m
R$375–2,463
Fly São Paulo–Congonhas Airport to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport
1. Fly from São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Rio De Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)plane CGH - GIG
4h 11m
R$413–3,121
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Barra Funda to Terminal Rodoviário Novo Riobus São Paulo / ...
6h 56m
R$174–286
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Rio de Janeirobus Teixeira de Freitas / ...
8h 5m
R$160–260

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (State) by bus

942Weekly Buses

6h 18mAverage Duration

R$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 376.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Chile, and Azul fly from São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tietê Bus Terminal to Tiradentes via Terminal Rodoviário de Jacareí, Rio De Janeiro, and Rodoviaria in around 5h 20m.

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