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  • Departure time: 19 December at
    Departure city: São Luís
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 January at
    Departure city: São Luís
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
    Arrival time: 1 February at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 February at
    Departure city: São Luís
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
    Arrival time: 22 February at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 February at
    Departure city: São Luís
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
    Arrival time: 1 March at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 April at
    Departure city: São Luís
    Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
    Arrival time: 5 April at
    Destination city: Rio de Janeiro
    Destination location: Novo Rio
    Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus São Luís, BR to Rio de Janeiro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$190
Average bus trip duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance1404 miles

São Luís to Rio de Janeiro Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip São Luís, BR - Rio de Janeiro

  1. What's the distance between São Luís and Rio de Janeiro by coach?

    The journey from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro by coach covers an approximate distance of 1408 miles (2271 km).

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

    To travel from São Luís 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 might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Luís, BR to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$163

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

You can expect to pay from US$163 to US$163 for a bus ticket from São Luís, BR to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$163, which is on 2025-09-04.

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 São Luís and Rio de Janeiro!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 São Luís to Rio de Janeiro that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from São Luís to Rio de Janeiro.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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

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