What is the best way to travel from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro?
You can reach Rio de Janeiro with just £21 by taking a Bus from Viação UTIL, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Viação UTIL14h 50m021:50João PinheiroBus Stop12:40Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 22/03/2026 21:50:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 23/03/2026 12:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 22/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 23/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 23/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 24/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 23/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 24/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 24/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 25/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 24/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 25/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 28/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 28/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
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BlaBlaCar11h 10m012:20João Pinheiro23:30Rio de Janeiro0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 12:20:00 to , Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 27/03/2026 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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Cheapest Carpool Friday
What are the fastest trips from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro?
You can get to Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro in just 11h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 22/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 23/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 50m021:50João PinheiroBus Stop12:40Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 22/03/2026 21:50:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 23/03/2026 12:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 23/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 24/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 23/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 24/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 24/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 25/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 24/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 25/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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BlaBlaCar11h 10m012:20João Pinheiro23:30Rio de Janeiro0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 12:20:00 to , Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 27/03/2026 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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Viação UTIL14h 30m017:55João PinheiroBus Stop08:25Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 17:55:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 28/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Viação UTIL14h 45m022:30João PinheiroBus Stop13:15Rio de JaneiroBus Station Novo Rio0Premium EconomyA Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Stop, João Pinheiro (Brazil) at 27/03/2026 22:30:00 to Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) arriving at 28/03/2026 13:15:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro
What are the most popular stations in João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro?
In João Pinheiro, you will usually depart from MG 408, Canabrava or Bus Stop, while in Rio de Janeiro you will be arriving at Bus Station Novo Rio, Estacionamento Fleming Park or Posto BR - Av. Osvaldo Aranha, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro? With 5 connections between 2 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro, you can pay as low as £21 with a Bus from Viação UTIL.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Rio de Janeiro in just 11h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro are Viação UTIL and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Lagoa Grande, MG or to Bonsucesso, RJ, and look at flights from , and landing at Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro?
The most popular companies between João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro, are Viação UTIL and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Viação UTIL
All you need to know when you travel from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro
How can I reach Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro.
How far is Rio de Janeiro from João Pinheiro?
The distance between João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro is 651.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between João Pinheiro and Rio de Janeiro?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 23 kgs, a car 111 kgs, and a flight 160 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro?
You can get to Rio de Janeiro with just £21 by taking a Bus from Viação UTIL.
What is the fastest way to get from João Pinheiro to Rio de Janeiro?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rio de Janeiro in just 11h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to João Pinheiro and to Rio de Janeiro
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to João Pinheiro and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to João Pinheiro
- Brasília, DF to João Pinheiro
- Paracatu, MG to João Pinheiro
- Patos de Minas, MG to João Pinheiro
- Trips to Rio de Janeiro
- Angra dos Reis, RJ to Rio de Janeiro
- Buzios, RJ to Rio de Janeiro
- Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, ES to Rio de Janeiro
- Campinas, SP to Rio de Janeiro
- Curitiba, PR to Rio de Janeiro
- Florianópolis, SC to Rio de Janeiro
- Fortaleza, CE to Rio de Janeiro
- Goiânia, GO to Rio de Janeiro
- Guarapari, ES to Rio de Janeiro
- Ilhéus, BA to Rio de Janeiro
- Itajaí, SC to Rio de Janeiro
- Itaperuna, RJ to Rio de Janeiro
- João Pessoa to Rio de Janeiro
- Londrina, PR to Rio de Janeiro
- Lorena, SP to Rio de Janeiro
- Mangaratiba, RJ to Rio de Janeiro
- Natal, RN to Rio de Janeiro
- Paty do Alferes, RJ to Rio de Janeiro
- Puerto Iguazú to Rio de Janeiro
- Recife, PE to Rio de Janeiro
- Ribeirão Preto, SP to Rio de Janeiro
- Santos, SP to Rio de Janeiro
- São Paulo/Guarulhos Airport to Rio de Janeiro
- Teresina, PI to Rio de Janeiro
