Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state

Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state

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Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state Schedule

Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Expresso do Sul Executive 00:40 - 06:40BRL 155
Expresso do Sul Sleeper 02:30 - 08:30BRL 311
GOL Economy #G3209705:45 - 06:50BRL 2,753
Penha Semi Sleeper 07:00 - 13:00BRL 98
1001 Standard AC 09:30 - 16:00BRL 136
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA387611:50 - 12:55BRL 2,538
1001 Sleeper 13:30 - 20:00BRL 207
Viacao Rio Doce Standard AC 14:00 - 20:30BRL 103
Catarinense Semi Sleeper 17:00 - 23:30BRL 116
GOL Economy #G3105018:15 - 19:25BRL 2,508
Aguia Branca Sleeper Double Decker 20:00 - 02:15BRL 349
Aguia Branca Semi Sleeper Double Decker 23:40 - 05:55BRL 120

Transportation from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state

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

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day345
Distance987 kilometers
Transport Companies1001, Aguia Branca, Aguia Branca, Azul, Catarinense, Cometa, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, GOL, Itapemirim Suzantur, LATAM Airlines Group, Penha, Sampaio, Santa Cruz, Santa Maria, Urben Turismo, Viacao Rio Doce, Wemobi, World Tour Travel

Popular Routes in Brazil

How to get from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state

Travelling between Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro 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 586.70 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.78.

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

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

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 54m to reach Rio de Janeiro state.

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

Travelling between Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state can be as cheap as USD 13.78 if you opt for a Sampaio bus and as expensive as USD 586.70 if you buy a LATAM Airlines Group 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 Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state ?

  • 262 from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state starting from 00:05 Sao Paulo Tiete Bus Station until 23:59 Sao Paulo Tiete Bus Station
  • 79 from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state starting from 06:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport until 23:35 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport
  • 4 from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state starting from 00:00 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport until 00:00 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro 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 Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro state, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 94.11.

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 Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Sao Paulo state to Rio de Janeiro 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 Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state

1001, Aguia Branca, Aguia Branca, Catarinense, Cometa, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, Itapemirim Suzantur, Penha, Sampaio, Santa Cruz, Santa Maria, Viacao Rio Doce, Wemobi

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 Sao Paulo state and Rio de Janeiro state

Urben Turismo, World Tour Travel

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

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 60% decided to fly
  • 40% opted for a bus