Bus Tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: São José dos Campos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
    Operated by: SampaioSampaio
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: São José dos Campos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
    Operated by: Transportes Santa MariaTransportes Santa Maria
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: São José dos Campos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
    Operated by: CatarinenseCatarinense
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: São José dos Campos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
    Operated by: Transportes Santa MariaTransportes Santa Maria
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: São José dos Campos
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário São José dos Campos
    Operated by: Nordeste TransportesNordeste Transportes
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$29
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance275 km
Latest bus departure11:58pm

Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - São José dos Campos

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos cost?

    The bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos starts at US$10. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

    The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos is around 5h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 277 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos?

    The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

    When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos, you can travel comfortably and safely with Viação Sampaio, Catarinense, Util.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-04
US$15
08-05
US$19
Today
US$19
08-07
US$17
08-08
US$21
08-09
US$18
08-10
US$15
08-11
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos was searched and found on Aug 11, 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$56 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-08-11.

Usually TRANSPORTES SANTA MARIA 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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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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