The cheapest and fastest buses from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from São José dos Campos 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 São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 12 buses that leave São José dos Campos for Rio de Janeiro, RJ on Thu, May 07, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
1:00 PM4h55São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan5:55 PMRio de Janeiro$1151One-way0 transfers
11:58 PM5h42São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan5:40 AMRio de Janeiro$1341One-way0 transfers
11:15 PM5h40São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan4:55 AMRio de Janeiro$1421One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM5h45São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan5:45 PMRio de Janeiro$1431One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM6h00São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan1:30 PMRio de Janeiro$1471One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM4h55São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan5:55 PMRio de Janeiro$1151One-way0 transfers
11:15 PM5h40São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan4:55 AMRio de Janeiro$1421One-way0 transfers
12:20 AM5h40São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan6:00 AMRio de Janeiro$1501One-way0 transfers
12:20 AM5h40São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan6:00 AMRio de Janeiro$1501One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM5h40São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan10:50 PMRio de Janeiro$1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SANTA MARIA | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Santa Maria | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator PRIMAR | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Nordeste Transportes | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Nordeste Transportes | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Viação Sampaio | Departure Time 11:58PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 5h42 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. 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 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 6h05 | 3:05 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 6h10 | 3:10 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 7h10 | 4:55 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 5h45 | 5:45 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 4h55 | 5:55 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 5h40 | 10:50 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:58 PM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 5h42 | 5:40 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 12:20 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 5h40 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 5h40 | 6:00 AM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 9h30 | 11:30 AM Rio de Janeiro, Praça Luiz de Camões (Golden Park Hotel Gloria) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM São José dos Campos, Terminal Rodoviário Intermunicipal Frederico Ozanan | 6h00 | 1:30 PM Rio de Janeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Buses from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Viação Sampaio, Expresso Adamantina, SANTA MARIA, Santa Maria, Nordeste Transportes, Catarinense, FlixBus, Auto Viação Catarinense from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Viação Sampaio, Expresso Adamantina, SANTA MARIA, Santa Maria, Nordeste Transportes, Catarinense, FlixBus, Auto Viação Catarinense for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Catarinense
FlixBus
Viação Sampaio
SANTA MARIA
Expresso Adamantina
Santa Maria
Nordeste Transportes
Auto Viação Catarinense
FAQs: Bus from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São José dos Campos 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.

- SANTA MARIA
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Viação Sampaio
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- 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.
- SANTA MARIA
- One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Viação Sampaio
- One checked luggage up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
- SANTA MARIA
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Viação Sampaio
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- SANTA MARIA
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Viação Sampaio
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from São José dos Campos to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available at station
- Small food court and snack shops inside
- Available at designated taxi stand outside station
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available for fee
- Bus: Multiple local bus lines
- 04:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available on-site
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside main entrance
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
- Metro: Central Station (nearby)
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Limited street parking available
- Small cafes and snack bars nearby
- Available at station entrance
- Ramps available
- Available inside station
- Bus: 422, 497, 498
- Metro: Gloria Station
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