Bus Tickets from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro

Next bus departures

Next departures for João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro on November 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GontijoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa
Novo RioCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:29 PM -03.

Get from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 22hAverage Duration
1968 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro by bus

  1. What is the distance between João Pessoa and Rio de Janeiro?

    It's about 1973 km (1223 miles) from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa, in João Pessoa, and end it at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-10
$141
11-11
$280
Today
$222
11-13
$223
11-14
$142
11-15
$142
11-16
No data
11-17
$139
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $139

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $139 to $280 for a bus ticket from João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Expresso Guanabara will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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