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Museu Histórico de Santa Catarina – Palácio Cruz e Sousa
Major history museum in a former government palace. Its exhibits and architecture explain Santa Catarina's political and cultural development.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$49
Fastest journey on Sep 18
11 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
11 h 31 m
Buses on Sep 18
23
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 23 buses from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis, including 22 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 489 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 16 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 12 h 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 flight as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $752.
Distance: 303 miles (489 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $752 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 30m 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 São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis:
A bus is $706 (€578) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis costing on average $752 (€615).
Other travel options to Florianópolis take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $89 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44 (€36). The journey takes 12h 19m versus 9h 30m 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 Catarinense, Eucatur, TURISSUL, BusCo, Penha, Solimões, EXPRESSO DIAMANTE, Expresso Adamantina, Wemobi, Auto Viação Catarinense.
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 Penha | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator EXPRESSO DIAMANTE | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator ROTA 10 | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator EXPRESSO DIAMANTE | Departure Time 01:31AM | Arrival Time 03:31PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator ROTA 10 | Departure Time 01:31AM | Arrival Time 03:31PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator EXPRESSO DIAMANTE | Departure Time 01:32AM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator ROTA 10 | Departure Time 01:32AM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator CB_SOLIMOES | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Solimões | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Penha | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Penha | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator TURISSUL | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Solimões | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator CB_SOLIMOES | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Penha | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Penha | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator 1001 | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BusCo | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Penha | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator CB_SOLIMOES | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Solimões | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Catarinense | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h30 | 6:00 AM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 14h45 | 8:45 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 11h35 | 6:25 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h15 | 7:15 AM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h15 | 7:15 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h30 | 8:30 AM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h25 | 8:25 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h30 | 9:30 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h10 | 9:40 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h00 | 10:15 AM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h00 | 10:15 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 11h30 | 10:00 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 10:30 PM São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp | 13h10 | 11:40 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:15 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h30 | 11:45 AM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h05 | 1:35 PM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 14h00 | 3:30 PM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 14h00 | 3:30 PM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h45 | 10:00 PM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h40 | 10:00 PM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h40 | 10:00 PM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h00 | 11:30 PM Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 12h30 | 12:30 AM Florianópolis | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Florianópolis — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florianópolis trip today.
Major history museum in a former government palace. Its exhibits and architecture explain Santa Catarina's political and cultural development.
Museum dedicated to artist Victor Meirelles in his birthplace. Valuable for Brazilian art history and an intimate colonial-house setting.
Contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions and striking bay views. A strong choice for modern Brazilian visual culture.
Historic public market and surrounding square in the city center. A lively landmark area for architecture, local culture, and daily city life.
Main seaside avenue on the island side. Popular for jogging, cycling, and skyline views, especially at sunrise and sunset.
Traditional Azorean neighborhood with preserved houses and a waterfront setting. Ideal for a scenic stroll through older island culture.
Oysters farmed in the bays around the island, often served raw, grilled, or baked. They are a signature local seafood tied to Florianópolis's mariculture tradition.
A classic Azorean-style fish stew with local fish, tomatoes, onions, and herbs. It reflects the island's fishing culture and Portuguese heritage.
Small fried fish, usually mullet or similar local catch, served whole and crispy. A traditional beachside favorite across the island.
Well-known oyster and seafood spot in Ribeirão da Ilha. Casual and scenic, with strong local identity and fresh shellfish from nearby farms.
Refined seafood restaurant in Santo Antônio de Lisboa, known for oysters and bay views. Popular for polished service and traditional island flavors.
Traditional seafood restaurant in Ribeirão da Ilha, valued for local fish, oysters, and a relaxed waterfront setting.
Moderate for Brazil. Hotels in peak beach season rise, but casual meals, buses, and everyday costs stay reasonable for tourists.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra is optional. Round up small taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Official public transport app
Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria -> Praça XV de Novembro, Florianópolis
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis 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 Florianópolis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most São Paulo, SP to Florianópolis buses use the São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê to Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria station pair. Use this guide to compare São Paulo, SP and Florianópolis bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê is 3 km from São Paulo city centre. Public transport options include:
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with multiple restaurants and fast food options
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê.
Available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Wheelchair access, elevators, ramps.
São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp is 3 km from São Paulo city centre. Public transport options include:
São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various options and snack bars
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside station.
Ticket office support is available at São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp.
Available at São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at São Paulo, - Barra Funda Sp: Wheelchair accessible, elevators present.
Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs inside terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria.
Available at Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Florianópolis, Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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