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What are the most popular routes to Brazil?

Rio de Janeiro - São PauloAverage price$38Average duration6h 30mDaily departures84
São Paulo - Rio de JaneiroAverage price$38Average duration6h 30mDaily departures88
Brasília - Rio de JaneiroAverage price$104Average duration20h 40mDaily departures8
São Paulo - Foz do IguaçuAverage price$113Average duration17h 30mDaily departures19
Rio de Janeiro - Armação dos BúziosAverage price$43Average duration3h 30mDaily departures12
Duque de Caxias - São PauloAverage price$52Average duration6h 30mDaily departures4
São Paulo - CuritibaAverage price$33Average duration6h 30mDaily departures36
Rio de Janeiro - SalvadorAverage price$129Average duration1d 13hDaily departures7
Curitiba - São PauloAverage price$33Average duration6h 30mDaily departures36
Nova Iguaçu - São PauloAverage price$48Average duration5h 30mDaily departures5

What popular bus companies operate in Brazil?

  • FlixBus
  • Autoviação 1001
  • Flechabus
  • Catarinense
  • Costa Verde
  • Crucero del Norte

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Brazil

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $33. 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:
    Rio de Janeiro ↔ São Paulo (average: $38)
    Brasília ↔ Rio de Janeiro (average: $104)
    São Paulo ↔ Foz do Iguaçu (average: $113)

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

    While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Brazil:
    - Bus: 57474 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 schedules 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 travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo
    Travel time: 6h 30m
    Ticket prices: From $38
    Frequency: 84 departures daily
    Recommended operators: FlixBus, Autoviação 1001, Flechabus, Catarinense, Costa Verde, Crucero del Norte, Rio Uruguay, Cometa, Gontijo, Expresso Nordeste

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

    The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Porto Alegre ↔ Montevideo, Uruguay
    Porto Alegre ↔ Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Foz do Iguaçu ↔ Asunción, Paraguay

  7. What are the most popular airports in Brazil?

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

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