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Today20 Jun
from US$43
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 22 June at
    Departure city: São Carlos
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Carlos
    Arrival time: 23 June at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Reunidas PaulistaReunidas Paulista
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses1.5312500000000002
Earliest bus departure19:35
Distance305 miles
Latest bus departure21:30

São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip São Carlos, SP - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How far is Rio de Janeiro from São Carlos by coach?

    The distance between São Carlos and Rio de Janeiro by coach is approximately 305 miles (492 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Rio de Janeiro from São Carlos without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/06
US$72
19/06
US$48
Today
US$36
21/06
US$33
22/06
US$36
23/06
US$31
24/06
US$33
25/06
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 23 Jun 2025 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$72 for a bus ticket from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-06-23.

Usually REUNIDAS PAULISTA 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from São Carlos to Rio de Janeiro, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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