Cheap Bus and Train Tickets in Brazil

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What are the most popular routes to Brazil?

São Paulo - Rio de JaneiroAverage priceR 520Average duration6h 30mDaily departures104
Rio de Janeiro - São PauloAverage priceR 544Average duration6h 30mDaily departures104
São Paulo - Foz do IguaçuAverage priceR 1 198Average duration17h 30mDaily departures18
Foz do Iguaçu - FlorianópolisAverage priceR 1 471Average duration16h 5mDaily departures9
Rio de Janeiro - Arraial do CaboAverage priceR 414Average duration3h 55mDaily departures24
Florianópolis - Foz do IguaçuAverage priceR 1 302Average duration15h 14mDaily departures10
Foz do Iguaçu - São PauloAverage priceR 1 282Average duration17h 10mDaily departures21
Foz do Iguaçu - Rio de JaneiroAverage priceR 1 892Average duration1d 5hDaily departures7
São Paulo - ParatyAverage priceR 592Average duration7h 15mDaily departures21
Rio de Janeiro - Foz do IguaçuAverage priceR 1 658Average duration1d 5hDaily departures8

What popular bus companies operate in Brazil?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • Greyhound
  • Amtrak
  • ALSA
  • 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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much does a bus 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 R 370. 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: R 520)
    São Paulo ↔ Foz do Iguaçu (average: R 1 198)
    Foz do Iguaçu ↔ Florianópolis (average: R 1 471)

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

    While you can choose between different types of transport, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Brazil:
    - Bus: 58706 routes
    - Train: 3 routes

  3. How do I book bus 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 get 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 R 520
    Frequency: 104 departures daily
    Recommended operators: FlixBus, Costa Verde, Flechabus, Autoviação 1001, Expresso Guanabara, Viação Garcia, Expreso Paraguay, Viação Santa Cruz, Continental BUS, NSA

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

    The buses connecting to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Porto Alegre ↔ Montevideo, Uruguay
    São Paulo ↔ Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
    Florianópolis ↔ Córdoba, Argentina

  7. What are the most popular airports in Brazil?

    You can find trains 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, Aeroporto Internacional de Campo Grande, Porto Alegre Airport

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