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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Showing times and prices for May 19

Cheapest price

$30

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

7 h 55 m

Average duration

8 h 10 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

340 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Santos for Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Tue, May 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 19 the direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .

On Tue, May 19 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.

  • Viação Sampaio
    1:15 AM7h55
    Santos
    9:10 AMRio de Janeiro, RJ
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Util
    12:00 AM8h25
    Santos
    8:25 AMRio de Janeiro, RJ
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. 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 $23, and a flight costs an average of $47.

Distance: 211 miles (340 km)

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Driving

$42

Average price

Cheapest

$358

Average price

$72

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 57m

Average total duration

8h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 38m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is a bus with an average price of $42 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:

A bus is $316 (€255) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ costing on average $358 (€289).

The fastest way to travel from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Rio de Janeiro, RJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $72 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€24). The journey takes 8h 27m versus 6h 38m 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 Util, Viação Sampaio.

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.

Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Util
Departure Time
12:00AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
8h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Util
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
08:56AM
Duration
8h26
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$76
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
7h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
Util
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
10:41AM
Duration
8h41
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
Util
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
6h40
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
05:45PM
Duration
9h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$74
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
9h15
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
9h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$77
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
9h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
Util
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
01:41AM
Duration
8h41
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
Util
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
05:25AM
Duration
8h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
Viação Sampaio
Departure Time
10:15PM
Arrival Time
06:10AM
Duration
7h55
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
Util
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
07:25AM
Duration
7h55
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$81

Live departures

Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Viação Sampaio8:30 AM Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
9h15
5:45 PM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect
Viação Sampaio1:30 PM Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
9h20
10:50 PM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect
Util9:00 PM Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
8h25
5:25 AM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect
Monday, May 18
Util12:00 AM Santos
8h25
8:25 AM Rio de Janeiro, RJ0 transfersDirect
Sunday, May 17
Viação Sampaio10:15 PM Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
7h55
6:10 AM Rio de Janeiro0 transfersDirect
Viação Sampaio1:15 AM Santos
7h55
9:10 AM Rio de Janeiro, RJ0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses with Omio?

Util as well as Viação Sampaio offer buses services from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

Why book with Omio vs Util?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Util, but also compare tickets for the likes of Viação Sampaio to find the best option for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Util with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Viação Sampaio to find the best option for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

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Buses from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 6h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
211 miles (340 km)
Average bus duration
8h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$23 (€18)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
6h 40m
First bus
7:30 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Util, Viação Sampaio from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Util, Viação Sampaio for as low as $23 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Util

About
Util is a Brazilian bus company founded in 1950, and since 2003, it has been part of the Guanabara Group. It operates in several Brazilian states, including Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Goiás, Mato Grosso, and the Federal District. Util connects 114 municipalities with a fleet of 157 buses, serving approximately 175,000 passengers monthly. The company is known for its focus on comfort, a modern fleet, and sustainable practices such as real-time tracking, biofuel use, and recycling. Popular routes include connections between major cities like Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and São Paulo.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€18)
Util frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select vehicles with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
Learn more about Util

Viação Sampaio

About
Viação Sampaio is a Brazilian bus company, founded in 1966, that operates primarily on the Rio de Janeiro-São Paulo axis, connecting major cities and various municipalities in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais. The company is part of the Guanabara Group and offers a range of services including regular bus lines, intercity routes, and vehicle chartering for events and excursions. Viação Sampaio provides different bus classes such as Conventional, Executive, Semi-Leito, and Leito, which vary in comfort and amenities like reclining seats, air conditioning, and on some newer vehicles, Wi-Fi. They also offer a cargo and parcel delivery service.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 55m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€18)
Viação Sampaio frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One checked luggage up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Bikes
Bicycles must be disassembled and properly packaged
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers
Learn more about Viação Sampaio

FAQs: Bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ can start from as little as $23 (€18) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is $42 (€34) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is 6h 40m to travel the 211 miles (340 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 7:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Util, Viação Sampaio. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, you can count on Util, Viação Sampaio for the best way to get you to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Santos , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior . When arriving in Rio de Janeiro, RJ , you can end your journey in bus stations like Rio de Janeiro, Niterói, Rodoviária Roberto Silveira .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Rio de Janeiro, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Rio de Janeiro, RJ from Santos is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santos and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Util
    • Wheelchair accessibility available on select vehicles with advance notice required
  • Viação Sampaio
    • Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ for bus company Util, Viação Sampaio.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Util, Viação Sampaio.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Util
    • One piece up to 30kg checked luggage included
  • Viação Sampaio
    • One checked luggage up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Util
    • Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
  • Viação Sampaio
    • Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. The following conditions apply:
  • Util
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
  • Viação Sampaio
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following bus company: Util, Viação Sampaio
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following bus company: Util, Viação Sampaio.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Since neither Santos nor Rio de Janeiro, RJ are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Brazil and Brazil. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users.
The currency used in Brazil is the Brazilian Real (BRL). Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially credit and debit cards, for most transactions as they are widely accepted in cities. However, carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases, street vendors, and in more remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Rio de Janeiro, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas like Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, public transport, and during festivals. Avoid displaying valuables openly and be wary of unofficial taxi drivers. Common scams include overcharging by taxis, fake tour guides, and distraction techniques used to steal wallets or phones. Staying in well-lit, populated areas and using registered transportation options can help reduce risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Santos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Santos
Rio de Janeiro
The major bus station for departures in Santos is Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior for your trip from Santos to Rio de Janeiro.
Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela JúniorWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Centro, Santos - State of São Paulo, 11010-250, Brazil
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via Av. Ana Costa or Av. São Francisco
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
Parking
  • Available in front of the terminal
Dining
Dining
  • Food court with several options
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available at designated taxi stand
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair ramps and elevators
WC
WC
  • Public restrooms available
Public transit options for Santos, Estação Rodoviária Jaime Rodrigues Estrela Júnior
  • Bus: Multiple local lines
  • VLT: Santos-Porto line

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