Coach Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA from £102

Which bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA is the best?

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

today

tomorrow

£316

Thursday

Friday

£150

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

£102

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Real Expresso	91h 15m	15:15	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	10:30	São Luís, MA	Central Bus Station		Basic	£316	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 17/06/2026 15:15:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 21/06/2026 10:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £316 per person are available. Travel duration is 91h 15m
	Real Expresso	90h 35m	15:15	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	09:50	São Luís, MA	Central Bus Station		Basic	£331	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 17/06/2026 15:15:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 21/06/2026 09:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £331 per person are available. Travel duration is 90h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA via Teresina, PI, you can save more than £213? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Itapemirim Suzantur
  
  67h 30m
  
  0
  
  10:00
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  09:45
  
  Teresina, PI
  Central Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £90
  
  A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 20/06/2026 10:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Teresina, PI (Brazil) arriving at 22/06/2026 09:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £90 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 45m
- Viação Jamjoy
  
  8h 0m
  
  0
  
  21:30
  
  Teresina, PI
  Central Coach Station
  
  05:30
  
  São Luís, MA
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from Viação Jamjoy goes from Central Coach Station, Teresina, PI (Brazil) at 22/06/2026 21:30:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 23/06/2026 05:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Travel Time is 23h 5m shorter, and you will save £213

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Real Expresso	91h 15m	15:15	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	10:30	São Luís, MA	Central Bus Station		Basic	£150	A Bus from Real Expresso goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 19/06/2026 15:15:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 23/06/2026 10:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £150 per person are available. Travel duration is 91h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA via Brasília, DF, you can save more than £48? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Itapemirim Suzantur
  
  98h 50m
  
  0
  
  12:00
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  10:00
  
  Brasília, DF
  Interestadual Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £22
  
  A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 20/06/2026 12:00:00 to Interestadual Central Bus Station, Brasília, DF (Brazil) arriving at 21/06/2026 10:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 0m
- Expresso Guanabara
  
  45h 29m
  
  0
  
  17:21
  
  Brasília, DF
  Interestadual Central Bus Station
  
  14:50
  
  São Luís, MA
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  £80
  
  A Bus from Expresso Guanabara goes from Interestadual Central Bus Station, Brasília, DF (Brazil) at 22/06/2026 17:21:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 24/06/2026 14:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £80 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 29m
Travel time is 7h 35m longer, but you will save £48

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Itapemirim Suzantur	59h 50m	11:00	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	22:50	São Luís, MA	Central Bus Station		Basic	£102	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 22/06/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, São Luís, MA (Brazil) arriving at 24/06/2026 22:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £102 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA is £102 on 22/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and São Luís, MA.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Luís, MA, with 3 offers.

All facts for Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Itapemirim Suzantur and Real Expresso that travel daily 2 times by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA in one click. Book your Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA bus ticket starting from £102!

Cheapest Bus	£102
Fastest Bus	59h 50m
Earliest Coach	15:15
Latest Coach	11:00
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	2,264.9 km
Coach Companies	Itapemirim Suzantur and Real Expresso

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA?

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São Luís, MA. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/06/2026 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

£316

Thursday 18/06

£123

Friday 19/06

£150

Saturday 20/06

Sunday 21/06

Monday 22/06

£102

Tuesday 23/06

£150

Wednesday 24/06

Thursday 25/06

Friday 26/06

Saturday 27/06

Sunday 28/06

Monday 29/06

Tuesday 30/06

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 02/07

Friday 03/07

Saturday 04/07

Sunday 05/07

Monday 06/07

Tuesday 07/07

Wednesday 08/07

Thursday 09/07

Friday 10/07

£186

Saturday 11/07

£165

Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA

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

With a price starting from £102, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £316.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA, with £102. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £150.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA

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 Luís, MA 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 Luís, MA, 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 Luís, MA are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São Luís, MA

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

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Menezes Côrtes Coach Station

Rua São José 35

Metrô São Francisco Xavier

Avenida Heitor Beltrão

Central Bus Station

Av. dos Franceses 300

Casa Verde

UEB School

Posto Confiança Gas Station

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA

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

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São Luís, MA coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro São Luís, MA bus trip is available from £102 and takes 59h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £102 to £331. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to São Luís, MA.

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

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA 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 São Luís, MA from Rio de Janeiro take?

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA is provided by Itapemirim Suzantur and takes 59h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £102. 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 Luís, MA?

The earliest bus to São Luís, MA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 15:15. 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 Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA?

The latest bus to São Luís, MA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 11:00. 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 Luís, MA route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA can travel with Itapemirim Suzantur 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 Rio de Janeiro and São Luís, MA?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São Luís, MA 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 and Real Expresso.

What can I take with me on the bus to São Luís, MA 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 Luís, MA 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 Luís, MA 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 Luís, MA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Rio de Janeiro to São Luís, MA?

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

Basic

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to São Luís, MA

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