Coach Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP from £16

Which bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP is the best?

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

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Saturday

£26

Sunday

£23

Monday

£26

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Wednesday

£26

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Reunidas Paulista	10h 0m	20:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	06:00	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Reunidas Paulista goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 06/12/2025 20:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Viação Penha	16h 10m	11:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	03:10	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station	Basic	£31	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 06/12/2025 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 07/12/2025 03:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Viação Penha	12h 10m	11:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	23:10	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station	Basic	£31	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 06/12/2025 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 06/12/2025 23:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Viação Penha	14h 20m	11:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	01:20	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station	Basic	£31	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 06/12/2025 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 07/12/2025 01:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Primar Turismo	11h 25m	18:30	Rio de Janeiro	Hotel Golden Park	05:55	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station		Premium Economy	£23	A Bus from Primar Turismo goes from Hotel Golden Park, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 08/12/2025 05:55:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Reunidas Paulista	10h 0m	20:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	06:00	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station		Basic	£26	A Bus from Reunidas Paulista goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 08/12/2025 20:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 09/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Reunidas Paulista	10h 0m	20:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station do Rio	06:00	São Carlos, SP	Central Bus Station		Premium Economy	£26	A Bus from Reunidas Paulista goes from Bus Station do Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 10/12/2025 20:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Carlos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 11/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP is £16 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP. 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 12 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 11 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP, with 6 offers.

All facts for Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Reunidas Paulista, Viação Penha and Primar Turismo that travel daily 4 times by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP in one click. Book your Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus	£16
Fastest Bus	10h 0m
Earliest Coach	11:00
Latest Coach	20:00
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	489.1 km
Coach Companies	Reunidas Paulista, Viação Penha and Primar Turismo

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP?

Every day, 4 buses from 3 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São Carlos, SP. 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

Friday 05/12

Saturday 06/12

£26

Sunday 07/12

£23

Monday 08/12

£26

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£26

Thursday 11/12

£16

Friday 12/12

£26

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£25

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £23, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP, with £23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £31.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP

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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP, 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP

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

Bus Station do 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

Central Bus Station

R. Jacinto Favoreto 777

Petrograal Tank Station

Recreio Campestre

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP bus trip is available from £16 and takes 11h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £48. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to São Carlos, SP.

How many connections are available for the Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to São Carlos, SP from Rio de Janeiro take?

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP is provided by Reunidas Paulista and takes 10h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP?

The earliest bus to São Carlos, SP departs from Rio de Janeiro at 11:00. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP?

The latest bus to São Carlos, SP departs from Rio de Janeiro at 20:00. 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 Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP can travel with Reunidas Paulista, Viação Penha and Primar Turismo. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Carlos, SP by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Reunidas Paulista, Viação Penha and Primar Turismo.

What can I take with me on the bus to São Carlos, SP from Rio de Janeiro?

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 Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP 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 Rio de Janeiro São Carlos, SP 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to São Carlos, SP

Basic

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

Premium Economy

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to São Carlos, SP

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