Find coaches from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

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Next departures from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Gontijo
    		Novo Rio
    		Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaCheapestFastest

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    Get from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1bus per day
    1d 22hAverage duration
    1968 kmDistance
    49kgCO₂ emissions

    Bus Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$140
    Average bus trip duration1d 22h
    Number of daily buses1
    Earliest bus departure07:00
    Distance1968 km
    Latest bus departure13:30

    Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - João Pessoa

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa cost?

      The bus ticket price from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa starts at US$117. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa 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 Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?

      The average travel time between Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa is around 1d 22h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1973 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa?

      The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa?

      When taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Gontijo, Itapemirim, BUSX.

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

      Buses travelling between Rio de Janeiro and João Pessoa leave from Novo Rio or Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoa.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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    US$100
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    Today
    US$119
    01/11
    US$102
    02/11
    US$102
    03/11
    US$99
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    05/11
    US$199
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$99

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

    You can expect to pay from US$99 to US$199 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$99, which is on 2025-11-03.

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    Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa, get comfy and count the stars.

    Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rio de Janeiro to João Pessoa will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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