The cheapest and fastest buses from Recife, PE to João Pessoa
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Recife, PE to João Pessoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Recife, PE to João Pessoa will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 21 buses that leave Recife, PE for João Pessoa on Thu, Nov 06, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.










Recife, PE to João Pessoa Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Progresso | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Total | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Recife, PE to João Pessoa bus times
The table below shows live departures for Recife, PE to João Pessoa buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 11:10 AM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 3h40 | 2:30 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 3h40 | 2:30 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 1:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 2:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 3:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h40 | 3:45 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 5:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 6:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 8:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 9:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h30 | 9:40 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 10:15 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h10 | 11:10 PM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 2h00 | 12:30 AM Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Recife, PE to João Pessoa
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil from Recife, PE to João PessoaYou can travel by bus between Recife, PE to João Pessoa with FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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) |
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| Water | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Air-conditioning | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| USB and Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
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| Blanket & Pillow | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Some routes |
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FAQs: Bus from Recife, PE to João Pessoa

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP, which is located around 8.8 miles (14.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Joao Pessoa, Rodoviária, located 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Recife, PE to João Pessoa
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Large parking area available for private vehicles
- Food court with multiple options and snack stands
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Multiple local bus lines
- Metro: Nearby Imbiribeira station
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- 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: 401, 402, 503, 507, 511
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