Bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro from $17

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro from various bus operators like Viação UTIL, Itapemirim Suzantur or Gipsyy for the next days.
today
from $28
tomorrow
from $24
Tuesday
from $17
Wednesday
from $17
Thursday
from $34
Friday
from $24
Saturday
from $30

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Gipsyy
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $28
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $29
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    26h 25m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • Expresso União
    23h 5m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Brasília
    Gama Bus Station
    6:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Expresso União
    Basic
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro via Juiz de Fora, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      26h 45m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Brasília
      Interestadual Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 7h 30m
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      3h 15m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $37
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $37
  • Gipsyy
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $38
  • Expresso União
    23h 5m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Brasília
    Gama Bus Station
    6:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Expresso União
    Basic
    $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro via Juiz de Fora, MG, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      26h 45m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Brasília
      Interestadual Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 7h 30m
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      3h 15m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $17
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Gipsyy
    19h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $17
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $23
  • Gipsyy
    19h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $31
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $39
  • Expresso União
    23h 5m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Brasília
    Gama Bus Station
    6:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Expresso União
    Basic
    $45

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação UTIL
    19h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $34
  • Gipsyy
    19h 10m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $36
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $42
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    23h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro via Juiz de Fora, MG, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      26h 45m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Brasília
      Interestadual Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 7h 30m
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      3h 15m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 7h 35m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    23h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • Gipsyy
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $43
  • Expresso União
    23h 5m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Brasília
    Gama Bus Station
    6:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Expresso União
    Basic
    $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro via Juiz de Fora, MG, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      26h 45m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Brasília
      Interestadual Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 7h 30m
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      3h 15m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação UTIL
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $30
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $30
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    20h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Basic
    $30
  • Gipsyy
    18h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Gipsyy
    Premium Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    23h 55m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Brasília
    Interestadual Central Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro via Juiz de Fora, MG, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      26h 45m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Brasília
      Interestadual Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Premium Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 7h 30m
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      3h 15m
      0
      1:00 PM
      Juiz de Fora, MG
      Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $12

Frequency of bus connections between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro

See here how frequent the connections between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 74 daily buses from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 46 daily coaches between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 297 buses from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Compare all providers like Viação UTIL, Itapemirim Suzantur and Gipsyy that travel 58 times every day by bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 18h 45m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 58 Ø
Distance 577.4 miles
Bus Companies Viação UTIL, Itapemirim Suzantur, Gipsyy, Viação Kaissara Suzantur, Expresso União, FlixBus and Rápido Federal

Cheapest bus connections from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 58 buses from 7 bus companies leave Brasília for Rio de Janeiro: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/23
$47
Monday 03/24
$44
Tuesday 03/25
$24
Wednesday 03/26
$45
Thursday 03/27
$42
Friday 03/28
$47
Saturday 03/29
$30
Sunday 03/30
$48
Monday 03/31
$42
Tuesday 04/01
$40
Wednesday 04/02
$17
Thursday 04/03
$17
Friday 04/04
$17
Saturday 04/05
$18
Sunday 04/06
$24
Monday 04/07
$25
Tuesday 04/08
$34
Wednesday 04/09
$32
Thursday 04/10
$40
Friday 04/11
$38
Saturday 04/12
$25
Sunday 04/13
$24
Monday 04/14
$32
Tuesday 04/15
$33
Wednesday 04/16
$28
Thursday 04/17
$52
Friday 04/18
$52
Saturday 04/19

The cheapest time to travel from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $17, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $34.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, with $17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $56.

How to save money travelling from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Brasília 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 bus from Brasília 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 buses from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

These are the most booked bus companies between Brasília to Rio de Janeiro from our users.

Gipsyy from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Gipsyy

Here you will find the key facts about the Gipsyy bus route Brasília to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 18h 45m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 3/23/2025

Viação UTIL from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Viação UTIL

Here you will find the key facts about the Viação UTIL bus route Brasília to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price $23
Fastest Bus 18h 45m
Earliest Bus 12:30 PM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 36 Ø
Found on 3/23/2025

All bus stations and stops in Brasília and Rio de Janeiro

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Brasília and Rio de Janeiro.

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 Brasília to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro? Or which bus companies serve the route Brasília to Rio de Janeiro? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Brasília to Rio de Janeiro bus

How much does a Brasília Rio de Janeiro bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 20h 30m to reach Rio de Janeiro. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

This route is offered by 7 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $108. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rio de Janeiro.

On average, how many connections are available from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro each day?

Every day, the Brasília to Rio de Janeiro bus route is served by approximately 58 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro take?

The fastest bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro is offered by Viação UTIL and takes 18h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $59. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus arriving in Rio de Janeiro from Brasília starts at 12:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus trip departing from Brasília for Rio de Janeiro starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Brasília Rio de Janeiro route?

When traveling by bus from Brasília to Rio de Janeiro, passengers can travel with Viação UTIL, Itapemirim Suzantur and Gipsyy. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brasília and Rio de Janeiro?

You can check all the direct connections between Brasília 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: Viação UTIL, Itapemirim Suzantur and Gipsyy.

What can I take with me on the Brasília to Rio de Janeiro bus route?

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 Brasília Rio de Janeiro bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brasília 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 traveling 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 Brasília to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brasília to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

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