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

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

today
£62
tomorrow
£62
Sunday
£63
Monday
£62
Tuesday
£62
Wednesday
£62
Thursday
£62

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £63
Real Expresso 64h 10m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 12:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Economy £177

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £96
Real Expresso 64h 45m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £164

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £63
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £64
Real Expresso 64h 45m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £157
  • Did you know that if you travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Tijucas, SC, you can save more than £20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      31h 45m
      0
      00:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      08:30
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £13
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • Viação Penha
      19h 15m
      0
      13:15
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £30
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £20

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £101
Real Expresso 64h 45m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £157
  • Did you know that if you travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Tijucas, SC, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      31h 45m
      0
      00:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      08:30
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £13
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • Viação Penha
      19h 15m
      0
      13:15
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £30
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £63
Real Expresso 64h 45m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £157
  • Did you know that if you travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Tijucas, SC, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      31h 45m
      0
      00:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      08:30
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £13
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • Viação Penha
      19h 15m
      0
      13:15
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £30
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £63
Viação Penha 28h 30m 08:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 12:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £71
Real Expresso 64h 45m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £158
  • Did you know that if you travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Tijucas, SC, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      31h 45m
      0
      00:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      08:30
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £13
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • Viação Penha
      19h 15m
      0
      13:15
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £30
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 29h 15m 08:45 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £62
Viação Penha 29h 0m 13:00 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 18:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £63
Real Expresso 63h 40m 20:30 Porto Alegre, RS Central Bus Station 12:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £157
  • Did you know that if you travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro via Tijucas, SC, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Penha
      31h 45m
      0
      00:45
      Porto Alegre, RS
      Central Bus Station
      08:30
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £13
      • Waiting Time 4h 45m
    • Viação Penha
      19h 15m
      0
      13:15
      Tijucas, SC
      Rodoviária
      08:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      0
      Viação Penha
      Basic
      £30
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro is £62 on 20/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Porto Alegre, 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 26 daily coaches from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 82 coaches from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro, with 20 offers.

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

Compare all coach operators like Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação Penha and Real Expresso that travel daily 22 times by bus from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro in one click. Book your Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro bus ticket starting from £62!

Cheapest Bus £62
Fastest Bus 28h 30m
Earliest Coach 08:45
Latest Coach 20:30
Daily Bus Connections 22 Ø
Distance 1,120.7 km
Coach Companies Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação Penha and Real Expresso

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

Every day, 22 buses from 3 coach companies leave Porto Alegre, RS for Rio de Janeiro. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
Thursday 19/03
Friday 20/03
£62
Saturday 21/03
£62
Sunday 22/03
£64
Monday 23/03
£62
Tuesday 24/03
£62
Wednesday 25/03
£62
Thursday 26/03
£62
Friday 27/03
£85
Saturday 28/03
£62
Sunday 29/03
£62
Monday 30/03
£62
Tuesday 31/03
£66
Wednesday 01/04
£62
Thursday 02/04
£80
Friday 03/04
£106
Saturday 04/04
£80
Sunday 05/04
£80
Monday 06/04
£80
Tuesday 07/04
£62
Wednesday 08/04
£62
Thursday 09/04
£62
Friday 10/04
£62
Saturday 11/04
£62
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £62, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £62.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro, with £62. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £157.

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

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All bus stations and stops in Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro

Here is a map with all coach stations in Porto Alegre, 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 Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Porto Alegre, RS Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £62 and takes 29h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £62 to £217. 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 Porto Alegre, RS Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 22 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 Porto Alegre, RS take?

The quickest coach from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Viação Penha and takes 28h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £71. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Porto Alegre, RS at 08:45. 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 Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Porto Alegre, RS at 20:30. 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 Porto Alegre, RS Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação Penha and Real Expresso. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

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

You can check all the direct connections between Porto Alegre, 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: Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação Penha and Real Expresso.

What can I take with me on the bus to Rio de Janeiro from Porto Alegre, 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 Porto Alegre, 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 Porto Alegre, 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 Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 22 daily trips between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Porto Alegre, RS to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices and availability for 22 trips between Porto Alegre, RS and Rio de Janeiro change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Porto Alegre, 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.

Economy
Economy

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

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