Find coaches from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro

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Next departures from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itapemirim
Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Novo RioCheapest
Viação Penha
Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Novo RioFastest
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Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Novo RioNo tags
Viação Penha
Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Novo RioNo tags
Itapemirim
Rodoviária de Porto Alegre
Novo RioNo tags

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Get from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

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The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
1124 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$92
Average bus trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance1123 km
Latest bus departure23:59

Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Porto Alegre, RS - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro cost?

    The bus ticket price from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Porto Alegre 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 Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

    The average travel time between Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro is around 1d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1126 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro?

    The number of buses from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Porto Alegre 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 Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro?

    When taking the bus from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Viação Penha, Itapemirim, Itapemirim.

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$69
29/10
US$69
Today
US$69
31/10
US$69
01/11
US$78
02/11
US$69
03/11
US$76
04/11
US$69
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$221 for a bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69, which is on 2025-11-02.

Usually Itapemirim 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 Porto Alegre 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.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Porto Alegre 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 Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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