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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from São José to Rio De Janeiro

Composite routes from São José to Rio De Janeiro

Cheapest
12 h 56 min
Car
1132 km.
from $62
Other
4 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
756 km.
from $144.95
6 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
756 km.
from $233.87
6 h 23 min
Bus, Plane
756 km.
from $365.71

Transport providers

Airlines

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.24–$947.52
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Antonio
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.97–$581.14
Plane from Navegantes–Ministro Victor Konder International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.34–$947.52

Azul

Phone:
+55 4003 1118
Email:
facebook@voeazul.com.br
Website:
voeazul.com.br/en/home
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.97–$694.85
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Antonio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.43–$379.01
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Jacarepaguá–Roberto
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.97–$758.01
Plane from Navegantes–Ministro Victor Konder International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.87–$1,263.36

Gol Transportes Aéreos

Website:
voegol.com.br/
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.75–$492.71
Plane from Florianópolis-Hercílio Luz International Airport to Antonio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.43–$379.01
Plane from Navegantes–Ministro Victor Konder International Airport to Santos
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.97–$884.35
Plane from Navegantes–Ministro Victor Konder International Airport to Antonio
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.34–$1,010.68

Bus operators

Auto Viação Catarinense

Phone:
+55 800-470-470
Email:
sac@catarinense.com.br
Website:
catarinense.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.00

Real Expresso

Phone:
+55 800 085 8830
Email:
faleconosco@viajeguanabara.com.br
Website:
realexpresso.com.br/
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Itapemirim

Phone:
0800 723 2121
Email:
faleconosco@itapemirim.com.br
Website:
novaitapemirim.com.br/home
Bus from Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$160.66

Penha

Phone:
0800 881 0144
Email:
atendimento@nspenha.com.br
Website:
nspenha.com.br/
Bus from Canasvieiras Bus Station to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.17–$88.43

_SANTA_CRUZ_202312050639

Phone:
+ 55 (21) 3380-1155
Website:
rioonibus.com/consorcio-santa-cruz/
Bus from Terminal Aroldo Melodia :: Plat. A to BRS
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.81

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro is to bus via Canasvieiras Bus Station which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 22h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

The fastest way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro is to fly and line 321 bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $76.09 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between São José and Rio de Janeiro?

No, there is no direct bus from São José to Rio de Janeiro. However, there are services departing from Rua Luiz Fagundes, 296-354 and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio via Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 3m.

How far is it from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance between São José and Rio de Janeiro is 795 km. The road distance is 1133.6 km.

How do I travel from São José to Rio de Janeiro without a car?

The best way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro without a car is to bus which takes 18h 3m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the São José to Rio de Janeiro bus from?

São José to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Itapemirim, depart from Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria station.

Bus or fly from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

The best way to get from São José to Rio de Janeiro is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $152.17 and takes 18h 3m.

Where does the São José to Rio de Janeiro bus arrive?

São José to Rio de Janeiro bus services, operated by Itapemirim, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário Novo Rio station.

What is the time difference between São José and Rio de Janeiro?

It is currently 05:49 at both, São José and Rio de Janeiro.

Can I drive from São José to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, the driving distance between São José to Rio de Janeiro is 1134 km. It takes approximately 13h 5m to drive from São José to Rio de Janeiro.

Where can I stay near Rio de Janeiro?

There are 6997+ hotels available in Rio de Janeiro. Prices start at $61.38 per night.
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