Bus Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL from various bus operators like Gontijo for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$80

Monday

$102

Tuesday

$94

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	40h 29m	2:35 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:04 AM	Arapiraca, AL	Bus Station		Economy	$80	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/26/2026 2:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 29m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	39h 10m	2:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:25 AM	Arapiraca, AL	Bus Station		Basic	$102	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Itapemirim Suzantur
  
  43h 50m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  10:10 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $63
  
  A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:10:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 40m
- Rota Transportes
  
  2h 50m
  
  0
  
  12:30 AM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  3:20 AM
  
  Arapiraca, AL
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from Rota Transportes goes from Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 7/31/2026 12:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:20:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Gontijo	39h 59m	11:40 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	3:39 PM	Arapiraca, AL	Bus Station		Basic	$94	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/28/2026 11:40:00 PM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:39:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 59m
	Gontijo	40h 29m	2:35 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:04 AM	Arapiraca, AL	Bus Station		Basic	$98	A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/28/2026 2:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:04:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 29m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL via Aracaju, SE, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Itapemirim Suzantur
  
  47h 10m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  10:10 PM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $63
  
  A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:10:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 40m
- Expresso São Luiz
  
  2h 40m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Aracaju, SE
  Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite
  
  6:40 AM
  
  Arapiraca, AL
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from Expresso São Luiz goes from Bus Station Gov. José Rollemberg Leite, Aracaju, SE (Brazil) at 7/31/2026 4:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Arapiraca, AL (Brazil) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Travel time is 7h 11m longer, but you will save $16

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/25/2026 costs just $72, from Gontijo

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

Compare all providers like Gontijo that travel 5 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL starting from $72!

Cheapest Bus	$72
Fastest Bus	39h 10m
Earliest Bus	2:35 PM
Latest Bus	11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	1,007.5 miles
Bus Companies	Gontijo

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Arapiraca, AL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$72

Sunday 07/26

$84

Monday 07/27

$103

Tuesday 07/28

$99

Wednesday 07/29

$182

Thursday 07/30

$182

Friday 07/31

$157

Saturday 08/01

$77

Sunday 08/02

$83

Monday 08/03

$97

Tuesday 08/04

$100

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$147

Saturday 08/08

$77

Sunday 08/09

$80

Monday 08/10

$97

Tuesday 08/11

$100

Wednesday 08/12

$95

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

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

With a price starting from $80, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $94.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL, with $80. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $94.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

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 Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL 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 Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL, 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 Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL

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

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Menezes Côrtes Bus Station

Rua São José 35

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Metrô São Francisco Xavier

Avenida Heitor Beltrão

Bus Station

R. Gov. Silvestre Péricles

Mario Covas Bus Stop

R. São José da Lage

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Arapiraca, AL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $72 and takes 40h 29m to reach Arapiraca, AL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $72 and $104. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Arapiraca, AL.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL is offered by Gontijo and takes 39h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $103. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL?

The earliest bus arriving in Arapiraca, AL from Rio de Janeiro starts at 2:35 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 Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Arapiraca, AL starts at 11:40 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 Rio de Janeiro Arapiraca, AL route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL, passengers can travel with Gontijo. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Arapiraca, AL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Gontijo.

What can I take with me on the Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL 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 Rio de Janeiro Arapiraca, AL 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 Rio de Janeiro Arapiraca, AL 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 Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Arapiraca, AL

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Arapiraca, AL

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