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Which bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Viação Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria or Auto Viação Catarinense. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£14
tomorrow
£10
Saturday
£8
Sunday
£12
Monday
£10
Tuesday
£8
Wednesday
£8

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £14
Auto Viação Catarinense 7h 15m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 20:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £17
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18
Viação Sampaio 5h 55m 11:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 17:05 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £19
Primar Turismo 6h 40m 18:30 Rio de Janeiro Hotel Golden Park 01:10 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 21%
      6h 35m
      Rio de Janeiro
      12 km
      15:30
      Niterói, RJ
      Coach Station
      22:05
      São José dos Campos
      Central Coach Station
      0 km
      Premium Economy
      £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos via Taubaté, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      6h 20m
      0
      07:30
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      12:45
      Taubaté
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 50m
      0
      13:00
      Taubaté
      Central Coach Station
      13:50
      São José dos Campos
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 6h 0m 07:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 13:30 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £10
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £14
Auto Viação Catarinense 7h 15m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 20:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £17
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18
Expresso Notável 5h 35m 22:45 Rio de Janeiro Terminal Rodoviário Padre Henrique Otte 04:20 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £30

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 40m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 18:40 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £8
Viação Sampaio 5h 50m 16:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 22:05 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £8
Auto Viação Catarinense 7h 15m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 20:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £17
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £17
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £12
Viação Sampaio 5h 55m 11:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 17:05 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £15
Auto Viação Catarinense 6h 5m 13:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 19:50 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £16
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18
Primar Turismo 6h 40m 18:30 Rio de Janeiro Hotel Golden Park 01:10 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos via Taubaté, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      6h 10m
      0
      13:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      17:55
      Taubaté
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Pássaro Marron
      1h 0m
      0
      18:10
      Taubaté
      Central Coach Station
      19:10
      São José dos Campos
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 6h 0m 07:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 13:30 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £10
Viação UTIL 5h 45m 22:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:45 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £11
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £14
Auto Viação Catarinense 7h 20m 07:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 14:20 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £16
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 55m 11:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 17:05 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £8
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £15
Auto Viação Catarinense 6h 10m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 19:10 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £16
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18
Primar Turismo 6h 40m 18:30 Rio de Janeiro Hotel Golden Park 01:10 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £21

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 6h 0m 07:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 13:30 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £8
Expresso Nordeste 6h 0m 10:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:00 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £10
Auto Viação Catarinense 7h 15m 13:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 20:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £17
Transportes Santa Maria 5h 30m 21:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 03:15 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Premium Economy £18
Expresso Notável 5h 35m 22:45 Rio de Janeiro Terminal Rodoviário Padre Henrique Otte 04:20 São José dos Campos Central Coach Station  Basic £30

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is £8 on 23/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 117 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 87 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 277 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos, with 212 offers.

All facts for Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Viação Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria and Auto Viação Catarinense that travel daily 101 times by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos in one click. Book your Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos bus ticket starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Latest Coach 23:58
Daily Bus Connections 101 Ø
Distance 275.4 km
Coach Companies Viação Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria, Auto Viação Catarinense, Expresso Nordeste, Primar Turismo, Expresso Notável and Viação UTIL

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

Every day, 101 buses from 7 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São José dos Campos. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£18
Friday 19/06
£14
Saturday 20/06
£12
Sunday 21/06
£12
Monday 22/06
£11
Tuesday 23/06
£8
Wednesday 24/06
£10
Thursday 25/06
£8
Friday 26/06
£10
Saturday 27/06
£9
Sunday 28/06
£10
Monday 29/06
£10
Tuesday 30/06
£8
Wednesday 01/07
£15
Thursday 02/07
£8
Friday 03/07
£11
Saturday 04/07
£11
Sunday 05/07
£15
Monday 06/07
£11
Tuesday 07/07
£8
Wednesday 08/07
£15
Thursday 09/07
£11
Friday 10/07
£15
Saturday 11/07
£11
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos, with £8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £11.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos

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 José dos Campos 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 José dos Campos, 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 José dos Campos are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos

Here is a map with all coach stations in Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos. 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 José dos Campos bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São José dos Campos coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro São José dos Campos bus trip is available from £8 and takes 5h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £46. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to São José dos Campos.

How many connections are available for the Rio de Janeiro São José dos Campos route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is offered by roughly 101 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to São José dos Campos from Rio de Janeiro take?

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos is provided by Viação Sampaio and takes 5h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. 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 José dos Campos?

The earliest bus to São José dos Campos departs from Rio de Janeiro at 07:30. 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 José dos Campos?

The latest bus to São José dos Campos departs from Rio de Janeiro at 23:58. 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 José dos Campos route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos can travel with Viação Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria and Auto Viação Catarinense. 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 José dos Campos?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos 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 Sampaio, Transportes Santa Maria and Auto Viação Catarinense.

What can I take with me on the bus to São José dos Campos 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 José dos Campos 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 José dos Campos 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 José dos Campos on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

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 101 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos?

Prices and availability for 101 trips between Rio de Janeiro and São José dos Campos 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 Rio de Janeiro to São José dos Campos

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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