Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state

Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state

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Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state Schedule

Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Catarinense Sleeper 01:30 - 08:00BRL 505
1001 Semi Sleeper 02:00 - 08:30BRL 168
Aguia Branca Sleeper 05:25 - 11:40BRL 207
1001 Sleeper 07:30 - 13:35BRL 401
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA390908:15 - 09:25BRL 1,143
Expresso do Sul Semi Sleeper 10:30 - 17:00BRL 168
Penha Executive 13:45 - 19:45BRL 142
Azul Economy #AD506515:45 - 16:55BRL 852
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA391916:50 - 18:00BRL 2,969
GOL Economy #G3104919:35 - 20:40BRL 2,469
Aguia Branca Sleeper Double Decker 21:55 - 05:50BRL 306
Aguia Branca Semi Sleeper Double Decker 22:55 - 06:10BRL 176

Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state

Facts about the transport from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day373
Distance425 kilometers
Transport Companies1001, Aguia Branca, Azul, Catarinense, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group, Penha, Santa Maria, Urben Turismo, Viacao Rio Doce, World Tour Travel

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How to get from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state

Travelling between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 684.16 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.38.

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 30m to reach Sao Paulo state.

How much does it cost to get from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state?

Travelling between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state can be as cheap as USD 17.38 if you opt for a Viacao Rio Doce bus and as expensive as USD 684.16 if you buy a Azul flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state ?

  • 306 from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state starting from 00:05 New Rio Bus Station until 23:59 New Rio Bus Station
  • 63 from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state starting from 06:05 Santos Dumont Airport until 21:45 Rio Galeao Airport
  • 4 from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state starting from 00:00 Rio de Janeiro Transfer until 00:00 Rio de Janeiro Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 223.97.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state

1001, Aguia Branca, Catarinense, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, Penha, Santa Maria, Viacao Rio Doce

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo state

Urben Turismo, World Tour Travel

What is the most popular transport to get from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo state?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 97% opted for a bus
  • 3% decided to fly