How much is the bus ticket from São Paulo to Macaé?

The cheapest coach tickets from São Paulo to Macaé start from £21. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from São Paulo to Macaé?

The average bus journey time from São Paulo to Macaé is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 318 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h and is operated by Expresso União .

Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Macaé route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Expresso União , Itapemirim .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Paulo to Macaé?

The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Macaé at 18:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Macaé?

A bus journey from São Paulo to Macaé produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from São Paulo to Macaé?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso União , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Macaé?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Itapemirim has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Paulo to Macaé?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Macaé?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itapemirim , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus São Paulo to Macaé from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 20m	05:20	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 15m	04:00	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 15m	04:00	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	Rodoviária do Tietê	11h 50m	08:20	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from São Paulo to Macaé on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h	05:00	Macaé Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 7m	05:07	Macaé Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Rodoviária do Tietê	9h 25m	04:10	Macaé Bus Station	No tags

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Get from São Paulo to Macaé

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

9h 15mAverage duration

318 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in São Paulo and Macaé?

Stops in São Paulo

A
Barra Funda
Terminal Rodoviário da Barra Funda, Avenida Auro Soares de Moura Andrade, 664 - Barra Funda, São Paulo - SP, 01156-001, Brazil
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B
Congonhas Airport
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C
Jabaquara
Terminal Intermunicipal do Jabaquara, Rua dos Jequitibás, 80 - Jabaquara, São Paulo - SP, 04321-090
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D
Praça do Patriarca
Praça do Patriarca 78, Centro, São Paulo - SP, Brazil
E
São Paulo
São Paulo
F
Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, Avenida Cruzeiro do Sul, , 1800 Santana , 02030-000 São Paulo, SP

Stops in Macaé

A
Rodoviária de Macaé
Rua Professor Marieta Peixoto, 110 - Centro, Macaé-RJ 27910-250
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Compare bus companies

Expresso União

4/568 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi0.7

Itapemirim

3.5/5190 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi1.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from São Paulo to Macaé

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from São Paulo to Macaé?
The cheapest coach tickets from São Paulo to Macaé start from £21. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from São Paulo to Macaé?
The average bus journey time from São Paulo to Macaé is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 318 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h and is operated by Expresso União.
Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Macaé route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Expresso União, Itapemirim.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Paulo to Macaé?
The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Macaé at 18:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Macaé?
A bus journey from São Paulo to Macaé produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from São Paulo to Macaé?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso União, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Macaé?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Itapemirim has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Paulo to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Macaé?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Itapemirim, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/11

£30

01/12

£30

Today

£28

03/12

£30

04/12

£29

05/12

£29

06/12

£28

07/12

£29

The cheapest trip from São Paulo to Macaé was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £133 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Macaé based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Expresso União 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.