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What are the most popular routes to Brazil?

São Paulo - Rio de JaneiroAverage price£23Average duration6h 30mDaily departures102
Rio de Janeiro - São PauloAverage price£25Average duration6h 30mDaily departures107
São Paulo - Foz do IguaçuAverage price£54Average duration17h 30mDaily departures18
Rio de Janeiro - Armação dos BúziosAverage price£20Average duration3h 40mDaily departures13
Foz do Iguaçu - FlorianópolisAverage price£58Average duration16h 5mDaily departures8
Foz do Iguaçu - São PauloAverage price£57Average duration17h 10mDaily departures21
Florianópolis - Foz do IguaçuAverage price£58Average duration15h 35mDaily departures10
Rio de Janeiro - Arraial do CaboAverage price£19Average duration3h 50mDaily departures23
Foz do Iguaçu - Rio de JaneiroAverage price£88Average duration1d 5hDaily departures8
São Paulo - ParatyAverage price£27Average duration7hDaily departures21

What popular bus companies operate in Brazil?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • Greyhound
  • ALSA
  • Amtrak
  • BlaBlaCar

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Brazil

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

  1. How much does a coach ticket cost in Brazil?

    Bus travel in Brazil is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £17. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Brazil:
    São Paulo ↔ Rio de Janeiro (average: £23)
    São Paulo ↔ Foz do Iguaçu (average: £54)
    Rio de Janeiro ↔ Armação dos Búzios (average: £20)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Brazil?

    While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Brazil:
    - Bus: 58544 routes
    - Train: 3 routes

  3. How do I book coach and train tickets in Brazil?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Brazil?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Brazil with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
    Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
    Travel time: 6h 30m
    Ticket prices: From £23
    Frequency: 102 departures daily
    Recommended operators: Autoviação 1001, FlixBus, Rio Uruguay, GENESIS, Catarinense, Costa Verde, Continental BUS, TRANSACREANA, Viação Garcia, Piracicabana

  6. How do I get from Brazil to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    São Paulo ↔ Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
    Porto Alegre ↔ Montevideo, Uruguay
    Foz do Iguaçu ↔ Asunción, Paraguay

  7. What are the most popular airports in Brazil?

    You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Guarulhos Airport, Congonhas Airport, Campinas, Viracopos International Airport , Belo Horizonte Intl' Airport (CNF), Fortaleza Airport, Porto Alegre Airport, Aeroporto Internacional de Campo Grande

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