Coach Maceió to Rio de Janeiro from £61

Which bus from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Maceió to Rio de Janeiro. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Gontijo or Viação Nacional. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£63

tomorrow

Thursday

£84

Friday

£111

Saturday

Sunday

£69

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Gontijo	41h 17m	20:00	Maceió	Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station	13:17	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£63	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 03/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 13:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £63 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 17m
Gontijo	40h 12m	20:00	Maceió	Central Coach Station	12:12	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£65	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 03/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 12m
Gontijo	40h 23m	20:00	Maceió	Central Coach Station	12:23	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£147	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 03/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 12:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £147 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 23m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	41h 9m	19:15	Maceió	Central Coach Station	12:24	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Basic	£84	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 05/02/2026 19:15:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 07/02/2026 12:24:00. 50 Basic ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 9m

Did you know that if you travel from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  50h 50m
  
  0
  
  18:30
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  23:45
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 05/02/2026 18:30:00 to Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 23:45:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
- Busbud
  
  38h 20m
  
  0
  
  07:00
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  21:20
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £61
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 07:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 20m
Travel time is 9h 41m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Gontijo	40h 12m	20:00	Maceió	Central Coach Station	12:12	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£111	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £111 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 12m
Gontijo	40h 23m	20:00	Maceió	Central Coach Station	12:23	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£149	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £149 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 23m
Viação Nacional	39h 17m	23:16	Maceió	Central Coach Station	14:33	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	Economy	£164	A Bus from Viação Nacional goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 23:16:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 08/02/2026 14:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £164 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 17m

Did you know that if you travel from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than £38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  50h 50m
  
  0
  
  18:30
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  23:45
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 05/02/2026 18:30:00 to Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 23:45:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
- Busbud
  
  38h 20m
  
  0
  
  07:00
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  21:20
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £61
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 07:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 20m
Travel time is 11h 33m longer, but you will save £38

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Viação Nacional	41h 52m	23:16	Maceió	Central Coach Station	17:08	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Basic	£69	A Bus from Viação Nacional goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 08/02/2026 23:16:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 10/02/2026 17:08:00. 50 Basic ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 52m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro is £61 on 26/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

All facts for Maceió to Rio de Janeiro bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Gontijo and Viação Nacional that travel daily 3 times by bus from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro in one click. Book your Maceió to Rio de Janeiro bus ticket starting from £61!

Cheapest Bus	£61
Fastest Bus	39h 17m
Earliest Coach	20:00
Latest Coach	23:16
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	1,677.4 km
Coach Companies	Gontijo and Viação Nacional

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro?

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Maceió for Rio de Janeiro. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£147

Wednesday 04/02

£105

Thursday 05/02

£84

Friday 06/02

£149

Saturday 07/02

Sunday 08/02

£107

Monday 09/02

£90

Tuesday 10/02

£110

Wednesday 11/02

£125

Thursday 12/02

£102

Friday 13/02

£67

Saturday 14/02

£114

Sunday 15/02

£114

Monday 16/02

£122

Tuesday 17/02

£71

Wednesday 18/02

£118

Thursday 19/02

£65

Friday 20/02

£87

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

£110

Monday 23/02

£104

Tuesday 24/02

£104

Wednesday 25/02

£99

Thursday 26/02

£61

Friday 27/02

£67

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

How to save money travelling from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Maceió and Rio de Janeiro

Here is a map with all coach stations in Maceió and Rio de Janeiro. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Coach Station

Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió R. João Paulo II, s/n - Feitosa, AL

Rua Barão de Atalaia

Rua Barão de Atalaia 540

Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho Coach Station

Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho, 1742-1808 - ????? Maceió - AL, República Federativa do Brasil Avenida Governador Lamenha Filho, 1742-1808 - ????? Maceió - AL, República Federativa do Brasil

Rua Doutor Pontes de Miranda Bus Stop

Serraria Bus Stop

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Menezes Côrtes Coach Station

Rua São José 35

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Metrô São Francisco Xavier

Avenida Heitor Beltrão

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Maceió to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Maceió Rio de Janeiro coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Maceió Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £61 and takes 41h 17m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £61 to £164. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Rio de Janeiro.

How many connections are available for the Maceió Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Rio de Janeiro from Maceió take?

The quickest coach from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Viação Nacional and takes 39h 17m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £164. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Maceió at 20:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Maceió at 23:16. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Maceió Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Gontijo and Viação Nacional. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Maceió and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Maceió and Rio de Janeiro by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Gontijo and Viação Nacional.

What can I take with me on the bus to Rio de Janeiro from Maceió?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Maceió Rio de Janeiro bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Maceió Rio de Janeiro bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Maceió to Rio de Janeiro?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Maceió to Rio de Janeiro

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Maceió and to Rio de Janeiro

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Maceió and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!