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Today4 Aug
from US$155
Tomorrow5 Aug
from US$199
Wed6 Aug
from US$141
Thu7 Aug
from US$224
Fri8 Aug
from US$203
Sat9 Aug
from US$221
Sun10 Aug
from US$186
Mon11 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Fortaleza
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Expresso Guanabara + Itapemirim
    Expresso Guanabara + Itapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Fortaleza
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
    Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Fortaleza
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
    Expresso Guanabara + Gontijo
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Fortaleza
    Departure location: Rodoviária de Fortaleza
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: Expresso Guanabara + Rápido Federal + UTIL
    Expresso Guanabara + Rápido Federal + UTIL
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$178
Average bus trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure07:30
Distance1356 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rio de Janeiro from Fortaleza, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Fortaleza - Rio de Janeiro

  1. How far is Rio de Janeiro from Fortaleza by coach?

    The journey from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro by coach covers an approximate distance of 1361 miles (2195 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro without flying?

    To travel from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02/08
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03/08
US$157
Today
US$127
05/08
US$130
06/08
US$119
07/08
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08/08
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09/08
US$131
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$119

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

You can expect to pay from US$119 to US$158 for a bus ticket from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$119, which is on 2025-08-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Fortaleza and Rio de Janeiro!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Fortaleza to Rio de Janeiro, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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