Find coaches from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro

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Next departures from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
UTIL
Terminal - Praça Rio Branco
Novo RioCheapest
UTIL
Terminal - Praça Rio Branco
Novo RioFastest
Cometa
Terminal Rodoviário de Belo Horizonte
Novo RioNo tags
UTIL
Terminal - Praça Rio Branco
Novo RioNo tags
Viação São Luiz + UTIL
Terminal Rodoviário de Belo Horizonte
Novo RioNo tags

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Get from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro

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The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
8h 10mAverage duration
341 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance340 km
Latest bus departure23:59

Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Belo Horizonte - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro cost?

    The bus ticket price from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro 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 Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?

    The average travel time between Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro is around 8h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 341 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro?

    The number of buses from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?

    When taking the bus from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Util, Cometa, CIA Atual.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro?

    Buses travelling between Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro leave from Terminal Rodoviário de Belo Horizonte or R. Espírito Santo, 1897 and arrive at Novo Rio, Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim, Rodoviária.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$20
29/10
US$29
Today
US$22
31/10
US$22
01/11
US$18
02/11
US$22
03/11
US$19
04/11
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$77 for a bus ticket from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually Cometa 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Belo Horizonte to Rio de Janeiro while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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