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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal de Natal | Rodoviária de Fortaleza | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Natal | Bus Terminal of Messejana | Fastest | ||||
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Get from Natal to Fortaleza
The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Natal and Fortaleza?
Stops in Natal
- AAvenida Capitão Mor Gouveia, 1237 - Cidade Esperanca, Natal - RN, 59060-400, Brazil
Stops in Fortaleza
- A
JOAO THOME
Av. Borges de Melo, 1630 - Fátima, Fortaleza - CE, 60415-762, Brazil - B
FOR Aeroporto
R. José Vieira, 233 - Aeroporto, Fortaleza - CE, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Natal to Fortaleza
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Natal to Fortaleza?
The cheapest coach tickets from Natal to Fortaleza start from £18. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Natal to Fortaleza?
The average bus journey time from Natal to Fortaleza is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 263 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 35m and is operated by CATEDRAL.
Which bus companies service the Natal to Fortaleza route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, FlixBus, CATEDRAL, Transito Livre Turismo, Progresso Recife, Viação Nordeste, BUSX, Gontijo, Expresso São Luiz.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Natal to Fortaleza?
The earliest bus departs from Natal to Fortaleza at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:11.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Natal to Fortaleza?
A bus journey from Natal to Fortaleza produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Natal to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 461 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Natal to Fortaleza?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Natal to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Natal to Fortaleza?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Natal to Fortaleza was searched and found on 8 Feb 2026 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Natal to Fortaleza as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £94 for a bus ticket from Natal to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2026-02-08.
Usually Expresso Guanabara 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.
