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Oscar Niemeyer Museum
Curitiba’s leading contemporary art and design museum, famous for its striking Eye-shaped building and major rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
11 h 1 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 7 buses that leave Foz do Iguaçu for Curitiba on Wed, May 27, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 11 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 11 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $482 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba:
A bus is $417 (€336) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba costing on average $482 (€388).
Other travel options to Curitiba take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
Tickets start at around $65 (€52) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35 (€28). The journey takes 10h 49m versus 9h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Catarinense, Auto Viação Catarinense.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 11h25 | 6:25 PM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 11h45 | 9:00 PM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 11h35 | 11:35 PM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 11h30 | 5:30 AM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 10h55 | 6:45 AM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 10h00 | 7:00 AM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Foz do Iguaçu, Rodoviária Internacional | 11h15 | 8:45 AM Curitiba, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Curitiba’s leading contemporary art and design museum, famous for its striking Eye-shaped building and major rotating exhibitions.
Historic museum covering Paraná’s cultural heritage, with collections on archaeology, society, and regional history in a restored building.
State contemporary art museum with Brazilian modern and contemporary works, often hosting temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Curitiba’s most famous park, known for its formal gardens, greenhouse views, and easy walking paths.
Historic square and surrounding streets with colonial character, lively atmosphere, and the city’s best-known heritage setting.
Dramatic quarry park with lookout terraces, sunset views, and reflective water features that are especially popular on social media.
Slow-cooked beef stew from Paraná, traditionally sealed in a clay pot and served with farinha de mandioca, rice, and banana. It is one of the state's signature dishes.
A classic Curitiba boteco dish made with seasoned raw beef on broa or dark bread, usually topped with onion, chives, and mustard. It is strongly associated with the city's bar culture.
Cooked seeds of the araucaria pine, a beloved Paraná seasonal snack eaten at winter gatherings and festas juninas. It has a mild, chestnut-like flavor.
An established Santa Felicidade institution famous for abundant Italian set meals, pasta, chicken, and polenta in a lively family-style setting.
One of Curitiba's most famous traditional restaurants and bars, known for German-influenced dishes, local draft beer, and the city's iconic carne de onça.
A well-known Santa Felicidade restaurant serving classic Italian-Paraná fare with generous portions and a traditional atmosphere popular with groups and families.
Moderate for Brazil. Budget meals are affordable, while upscale dining and central hotels cost more.
A 10% service charge is often included in restaurants. Extra tip is optional. Round up for taxis; small tips help porters.
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