Bus Tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto

TodayAug 2
from US$62
TomorrowAug 3
from US$65
MonAug 4
from US$44
TueAug 5
from US$45
WedAug 6
from US$44
ThuAug 7
from US$44
FriAug 8
from US$44
SatAug 9
from US$44

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Ribeirão Preto
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
    Operated by: UTILUTIL
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Ribeirão Preto
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
    Operated by: Expresso UniãoExpresso União
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Rio de Janeiro
    Departure location: Novo Rio
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Ribeirão Preto
    Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto
    Operated by: Expresso UniãoExpresso União
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:52 PM -03.

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Bus Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 13m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:00pm
Distance512 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Ribeirão Preto

  1. What is the distance between Rio de Janeiro and Ribeirão Preto?

    The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Ribeirão Preto is around 513 km (318 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, and end it at Terminal Rodoviário de Ribeirão Preto, in Ribeirão Preto.

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

Best price found
07-31
US$41
08-01
US$57
Today
US$52
08-03
US$55
08-04
US$38
08-05
US$38
08-06
US$38
08-07
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$38

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 Ribeirão Preto, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$154 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually EXPRESSO UNIAO LTDA 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 Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rio de Janeiro to Ribeirão Preto that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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