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Which bus from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro is the best?

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

today
£67
tomorrow
£62
Saturday
£64
Sunday
£62
Monday
£71
Tuesday
£71
Wednesday
£71

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 37h 45m 18:45 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 08:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £67
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £83
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      33h 0m
      0
      05:00
      Pelotas, RS
      Central Coach Station
      08:15
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      29h 15m
      0
      08:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      14:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      £42
    Travel Time is 0h 45m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 37h 45m 18:45 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 08:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £69

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 37h 45m 18:45 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 08:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £64
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £72
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      40h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Pelotas, RS
      Central Coach Station
      02:00
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Basic
      £15
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      29h 15m
      0
      08:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      14:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      £42
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 37h 45m 18:45 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 08:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £70

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Basic £71
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Porto Alegre, RS, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      40h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Pelotas, RS
      Central Coach Station
      02:00
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Basic
      £15
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      29h 15m
      0
      08:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      14:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      £42
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £71
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Itapema, SC, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      37h 45m
      0
      18:45
      Pelotas, RS
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Itapema, SC
      Central Coach Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Basic
      £20
      • Waiting Time 5h 45m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      18h 45m
      0
      13:45
      Itapema, SC
      Central Coach Station
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save £24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 33h 45m 08:15 Pelotas, RS Central Coach Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station do Rio  Premium Economy £71
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Itapema, SC, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      37h 45m
      0
      18:45
      Pelotas, RS
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Itapema, SC
      Central Coach Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Basic
      £20
      • Waiting Time 5h 45m
    • CheckMyBus Brazil
      18h 45m
      0
      13:45
      Itapema, SC
      Central Coach Station
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      CheckMyBus Brazil
      Premium Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save £24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro is £54 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Pelotas, RS and Rio de Janeiro?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Pelotas, RS and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 44 coaches from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Pelotas, RS and Rio de Janeiro, with 7 offers.

All facts for Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Viação Penha that travel daily 7 times by bus from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro in one click. Book your Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro bus ticket starting from £54!

Cheapest Bus £54
Fastest Bus 33h 45m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Latest Coach 08:15
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 1,332.4 km
Coach Companies Viação Penha

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

Every day, 7 buses from 1 coach companies leave Pelotas, RS for Rio de Janeiro. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
£67
Friday 05/12
£62
Saturday 06/12
£64
Sunday 07/12
£62
Monday 08/12
£89
Tuesday 09/12
£54
Wednesday 10/12
£71
Thursday 11/12
£64
Friday 12/12
£65
Saturday 13/12
£66
Sunday 14/12
£65
Monday 15/12
£116
Tuesday 16/12
£73
Wednesday 17/12
£73
Thursday 18/12
£74
Friday 19/12
£87
Saturday 20/12
£87
Sunday 21/12
£85
Monday 22/12
£85
Tuesday 23/12
£96
Wednesday 24/12
£96
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£84
Saturday 27/12
£85
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £54, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £71.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro, with £62. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £69.

How to save money travelling from Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Pelotas, RS and Rio de Janeiro

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

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 Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Pelotas, RS Rio de Janeiro coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Pelotas, RS Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £54 and takes 37h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £54 to £161. 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 Pelotas, RS Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 7 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 Pelotas, RS take?

The quickest coach from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Viação Penha and takes 33h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £83. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Pelotas, RS at 08:15. 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 Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Pelotas, RS at 08:15. 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 Pelotas, RS Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Viação Penha. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pelotas, RS and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Pelotas, RS 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: Viação Penha.

What can I take with me on the bus to Rio de Janeiro from Pelotas, RS?

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 Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS 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 Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pelotas, RS to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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