The cheapest and fastest buses from Natal to Fortaleza, CE
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Natal to Fortaleza, CE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Natal to Fortaleza, CE will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 9 buses that leave Natal for Fortaleza, CE on Wed, Jun 10, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 436 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
11:00 PM8h30Natal, Terminal Rodoviário7:30 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$291One-way0 transfers
12:50 AM8h55Natal, Terminal Rodoviário9:45 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$301One-way0 transfers
2:40 AM8h20Natal, Terminal Rodoviário11:00 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$351One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM9h12Natal, Terminal Rodoviário9:12 PMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$371One-way0 transfers
9:00 PM8h32Natal, Terminal Rodoviário5:32 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$371One-way0 transfers
2:40 AM8h20Natal, Terminal Rodoviário11:00 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$351One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM8h30Natal, Terminal Rodoviário6:30 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$521One-way0 transfers
11:00 PM8h30Natal, Terminal Rodoviário7:30 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$291One-way0 transfers
9:00 PM8h32Natal, Terminal Rodoviário5:32 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$371One-way0 transfers
12:50 AM8h55Natal, Terminal Rodoviário9:45 AMFortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Natal to Fortaleza, CE
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Natal to Fortaleza, CE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $498 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Natal to Fortaleza, CE:
A bus is $470 (€383) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Natal to Fortaleza, CE costing on average $498 (€405).
Other travel options to Fortaleza, CE take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 24m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $58 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 8h 24m versus 7h 32m 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 Guanabara, Catedral, FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil.
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.
Natal to Fortaleza, CE Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Soares Gravataense | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:17PM | Duration 10h47 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 9h13 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:12PM | Duration 9h12 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:22AM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:32AM | Duration 8h32 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Natal to Fortaleza, CE bus times
The table below shows live departures for Natal to Fortaleza, CE buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h07 | 5:37 PM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h47 | 6:17 PM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário Antonio Bezerra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h13 | 6:13 PM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h12 | 9:12 PM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h52 | 5:22 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h32 | 5:32 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h30 | 6:30 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h30 | 7:30 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 12:50 AM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h55 | 9:45 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 AM Natal, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h20 | 11:00 AM Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Expresso Guanabara?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Natal to Fortaleza, CE
Buses from Natal to Fortaleza, CE run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Expresso Guanabara, Catedral, FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil from Natal to Fortaleza, CEYou can travel by bus between Natal to Fortaleza, CE with Expresso Guanabara, Catedral, FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Natal to Fortaleza, CE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Natal to Fortaleza, CE by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fortaleza, CE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Catedral
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
- Expresso Guanabara
- Accessibility features are available on vehicles, and the company is committed to providing an inclusive experience for all customers, including those with disabilities or reduced mobility. The company's electronic sales channels also have accessibility features.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Catedral
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Expresso Guanabara
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Catedral
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Expresso Guanabara
- Additional luggage may incur an extra fee, which varies depending on the route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Catedral
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Natal to Fortaleza, CE
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court with various local restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities
- Public restrooms available for a small fee
- Bus: 26, 33, 37, 44, 65, 67
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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