Coach Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro from £67

Which bus from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro is the best?

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

today

£121

tomorrow

£67

Friday

£71

Saturday

£67

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

£121

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	43h 26m	19:40	Recife, PE	Central Bus Station (TIP)	15:06	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Economy	£121	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 04/02/2026 19:40:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 06/02/2026 15:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £121 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 26m

Did you know that if you travel from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  51h 24m
  
  0
  
  09:00
  
  Recife, PE
  Central Bus Station (TIP)
  
  13:25
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 05/02/2026 09:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 05/02/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
- Gontijo
  
  41h 9m
  
  0
  
  19:15
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  12:24
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  0
  
  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
Travel time is 7h 58m longer, but you will save £31

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	43h 26m	19:40	Recife, PE	Central Bus Station (TIP)	15:06	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Economy	£67	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 05/02/2026 19:40:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 07/02/2026 15:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 26m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	43h 26m	19:40	Recife, PE	Central Bus Station (TIP)	15:06	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Economy	£71	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 06/02/2026 19:40:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 08/02/2026 15:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 26m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	43h 26m	19:40	Recife, PE	Central Bus Station (TIP)	15:06	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Economy	£67	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 07/02/2026 19:40:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 09/02/2026 15:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 26m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	43h 26m	19:40	Recife, PE	Central Bus Station (TIP)	15:06	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio		Economy	£121	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 10/02/2026 19:40:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 12/02/2026 15:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £121 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 26m

Did you know that if you travel from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro via Maceió, you can save more than £50? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Brazil
  
  51h 12m
  
  0
  
  09:00
  
  Recife, PE
  Central Bus Station (TIP)
  
  13:25
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Brazil goes from Central Bus Station (TIP), Recife, PE (Brazil) at 10/02/2026 09:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) arriving at 10/02/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
- DeÔnibus
  
  40h 12m
  
  0
  
  20:00
  
  Maceió
  Central Coach Station
  
  12:12
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £65
  
  A Bus from DeÔnibus goes from Central Coach Station, Maceió (Brazil) at 10/02/2026 20:00:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 12/02/2026 12:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 12m
Travel time is 7h 46m longer, but you will save £50

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro is £67 on 07/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

All facts for Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Gontijo that travel daily 2 times by bus from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro in one click. Book your Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro bus ticket starting from £67!

Cheapest Bus	£67
Fastest Bus	43h 26m
Earliest Coach	19:40
Latest Coach	19:40
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	1,875.6 km
Coach Companies	Gontijo

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Recife, PE for Rio de Janeiro. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/02/2026 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

Wednesday 04/02

£130

Thursday 05/02

£94

Friday 06/02

£71

Saturday 07/02

£67

Sunday 08/02

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

£130

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

£102

Friday 13/02

£71

Saturday 14/02

£120

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

£67

Wednesday 18/02

£151

Thursday 19/02

£82

Friday 20/02

£73

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

Monday 23/02

£67

Tuesday 24/02

£77

Wednesday 25/02

£73

Thursday 26/02

£71

Friday 27/02

£71

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

How to save money travelling from Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Recife, PE and Rio de Janeiro

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

Central Bus Station (TIP)

Avenida Prefeito Antônio Pereira 759-679

Dantas Barreto

Av. Dantas Barreto 862

Praça de Boa Viagem

Pracinha de Boa Viagem Av. Boa Viagem

Detran

Av. Manoel Borba

São José

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 Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro

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

How much does a Recife, PE Rio de Janeiro coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Recife, PE Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £67 and takes 43h 26m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £67 to £130. 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 Recife, PE Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 2 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 Recife, PE take?

The quickest coach from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Gontijo and takes 43h 26m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £121. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Recife, PE at 19:40. 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 Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Recife, PE at 19:40. 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 Recife, PE Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Gontijo. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Recife, PE and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Recife, PE 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.

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

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 Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro

Economy

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

More bus routes to Recife, PE and to Rio de Janeiro

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