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São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP)
Iconic art museum on Avenida Paulista, famous for its suspended modernist building and strong European and Brazilian collections.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ipatinga to São Paulo, SP is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipatinga to São Paulo, SP will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ipatinga for São Paulo, SP on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 621 km distance in an average of 13 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 13 h 40 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 Ipatinga to São Paulo, SP among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 13h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 3m Average total duration Fastest 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $101 (€83) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $50 (€41). The journey takes 13h 33m versus 10h 45m 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 Expresso União, Itapemirim, Águia Branca, Expresso Adamantina, JAMJOY.
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 Itapemirim | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Expresso União | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Expresso Adamantina | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Itapemirim | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Expresso União | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Ipatinga to São Paulo, SP buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 PM Ipatinga | 13h40 | 10:40 AM São Paulo, SP | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Ipatinga | 12h30 | 10:00 AM São Paulo, SP | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ipatinga to São Paulo, SP run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:13, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 9:05 PM |
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| Feature | Conventional | Executivo | Semi-leito | Leito | Leito-cama |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended Trip | Short | Medium-short | Medium-long | Long | Very long |
| Cost | $ | $$ | $$$ | $$$$ | $$$$$ |
| Recline | Up to 120° | Up to 135° | Up to 140° | Up to 160° | Up to 180° |
| Width | 43cm | 45cm | Up to 50cm (less distance between seats) | 50cm (greater distance between seats) | 50cm (greater distance between seats) |
| Restroom | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Water | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Air-conditioning | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| USB and Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Curtain | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Blanket & Pillow | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Some routes |
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