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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | Terminal Rodoviário | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | Terminal Rodoviário | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | Terminal Rodoviário | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | Terminal Rodoviário | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa | Terminal Rodoviário | No tags |
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Get from João Pessoa to Recife
The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in João Pessoa and Recife?
Stops in João Pessoa
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa
R. Francisco Londres, 144 - Varadouro, João Pessoa - PB, 58010-150
Stops in Recife
- AAv. Pref. Antônio Pereira, 854-898 - Várzea, Recife - PE, Brazil
- B
Torroes Onibus
R. Maestro Jones Johnsson, 1223-1239 - Torrões, Recife - PE, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from João Pessoa to Recife by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from João Pessoa to Recife?
The cheapest bus tickets from João Pessoa to Recife start at R 47. The average price for this route is around R 168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from João Pessoa to Recife?
The average bus journey time from João Pessoa to Recife is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 102 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the João Pessoa to Recife route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Viação Total, Progresso Recife, CATEDRAL, FlixBus, Expresso São Luiz, BUSX, Viação Rio Tinto, São José Paraiba, Autoviação Progresso.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from João Pessoa to Recife?
The earliest bus departs from João Pessoa to Recife at 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from João Pessoa to Recife?
A bus trip from João Pessoa to Recife produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from João Pessoa to Recife?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Viação Total, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from João Pessoa to Recife?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from João Pessoa to Recife?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Viação Total, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from João Pessoa to Recife?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Viação Total, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from João Pessoa to Recife was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from João Pessoa to Recife as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 85 to R 336 for a bus ticket from João Pessoa to Recife based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 86, which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually CATEDRAL 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.
