Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo

Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo

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Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo Schedule

Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
1001 Semi Sleeper 00:35 - 07:05BRL 142
1001 Semi Sleeper 02:00 - 08:30BRL 142
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA333905:20 - 06:30BRL 1,694
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA390707:10 - 08:30BRL 564
Cometa Semi Sleeper Premium 09:00 - 13:00BRL 129
Azul Economy #AD400310:20 - 11:30BRL 485
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA392913:30 - 14:40BRL 2,732
Azul Economy 14:50 - 09:50BRL 1,079
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA334916:55 - 18:10BRL 1,694
Aguia Branca Semi Sleeper Double Decker 18:00 - 00:15BRL 120
1001 Semi Sleeper 20:30 - 03:00BRL 142
Penha Semi Sleeper 22:00 - 05:50BRL 134

Transportation from Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo

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

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day418
Distance479 kilometers
Transport Companies1001, Aguia Branca, Azul, Catarinense, Cometa, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, GOL, Itapemirim Suzantur, LATAM Airlines Group, Penha, Sampaio, Santa Cruz, Santa Maria, Urben Turismo, UTIL, Viacao Rio Doce, Wemobi, World Tour Travel

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How to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo

Travelling between Rio de Janeiro state and Sao Paulo 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 581.90 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 11.54.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 10 hours to travel between Rio de Janeiro state and Sao Paulo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Rio de Janeiro state and Sao Paulo. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h 35m to reach Sao Paulo.

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

Travelling between Rio de Janeiro state and Sao Paulo can be as cheap as USD 11.54 if you opt for a Sampaio bus and as expensive as USD 581.90 if you buy a GOL 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 state and Sao Paulo ?

  • 340 from Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo starting from 00:05 New Rio Bus Station until 23:59 New Rio Bus Station
  • 74 from Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo starting from 05:20 Rio Galeao Airport until 21:20 Rio Galeao Airport
  • 4 from Rio de Janeiro state to Sao Paulo 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 state to Sao Paulo.

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 state to Sao Paulo, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 57.17.

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 state and Sao Paulo

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

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

1001, Aguia Branca, Catarinense, Cometa, Expresso Adamantina, Expresso do Sul, Itapemirim Suzantur, Penha, Sampaio, Santa Cruz, Santa Maria, UTIL, 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 Rio de Janeiro state and Sao Paulo

Urben Turismo, World Tour Travel

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

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

  • 98% opted for a bus
  • 2% decided to fly