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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado from various bus operators like 1001 or Viação Rio Doce for the next days.

today
$36
tomorrow
$30
Wednesday
$26
Thursday
$30
Friday
$38
Saturday
$36
Sunday
$38

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $36
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Petrópolis, RJ, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Única-Fácil
      8h 15m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Menezes Côrtes Bus Station
      6:50 PM
      Petrópolis, RJ
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Única-Fácil
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Expresso União
      4h 15m
      0
      9:30 PM
      Petrópolis, RJ
      Central Bus Station
      1:45 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      Expresso União
      Economy
      $22
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Basic $30
1001 6h 52m 11:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:30 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Basic $30
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $37

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Basic $26
1001 8h 2m 11:57 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 7:59 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Basic $26
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 8m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Ponto Estação Afonso Pena
      11:00 PM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ - Posto Terrana Gas Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 53m
    • 1001
      2h 15m
      0
      12:53 AM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Shopping Estrada
      3:08 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      1001
      Basic
      $9
    Travel time is 2h 38m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $30
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Basic $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 8m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Ponto Estação Afonso Pena
      11:00 PM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ - Posto Terrana Gas Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 53m
    • 1001
      2h 15m
      0
      12:53 AM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Shopping Estrada
      3:08 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      1001
      Basic
      $9
    Travel time is 2h 38m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $38
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 8m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Ponto Estação Afonso Pena
      11:00 PM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ - Posto Terrana Gas Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 53m
    • 1001
      2h 15m
      0
      12:53 AM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Shopping Estrada
      3:08 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      1001
      Basic
      $9
    Travel time is 2h 38m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $36
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 8m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Ponto Estação Afonso Pena
      11:00 PM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ - Posto Terrana Gas Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 53m
    • 1001
      2h 15m
      0
      12:53 AM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Shopping Estrada
      3:08 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      1001
      Basic
      $9
    Travel time is 2h 38m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Rio Doce 7h 10m 7:40 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:50 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $38
1001 6h 30m 8:38 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:08 AM São José do Calçado Bus Stop  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado via Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Buser
      9h 8m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Ponto Estação Afonso Pena
      11:00 PM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ - Posto Terrana Gas Station
      0
      Buser
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 53m
    • 1001
      2h 15m
      0
      12:53 AM
      Campos dos Goitacazes, RJ
      Shopping Estrada
      3:08 AM
      São José do Calçado
      Bus Stop
      0
      1001
      Basic
      $9
    Travel time is 2h 38m longer, but you will save $18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado is $26 on 7/29/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado

Compare all providers like 1001 and Viação Rio Doce that travel 9 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado starting from $26!

Cheapest Bus $26
Fastest Bus 6h 30m
Earliest Bus 7:40 PM
Latest Bus 8:38 PM
Daily Bus Routes 9 Ø
Distance 164.4 miles
Bus Companies 1001 and Viação Rio Doce

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for São José do Calçado: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
$36
Tuesday 07/28
$30
Wednesday 07/29
$26
Thursday 07/30
$30
Friday 07/31
$38
Saturday 08/01
$36
Sunday 08/02
$38
Monday 08/03
$36
Tuesday 08/04
$30
Wednesday 08/05
$26
Thursday 08/06
$30
Friday 08/07
$38
Saturday 08/08
$28
Sunday 08/09
$38
Monday 08/10
$36
Tuesday 08/11
$30
Wednesday 08/12
$26
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$38
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
$30
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado

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 São José do Calçado 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 São José do Calçado, 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 São José do Calçado are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and São José do Calçado

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro São José do Calçado bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $26 and takes 7h 10m to reach São José do Calçado. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $26 and $48. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to São José do Calçado.

On average, how many connections are available from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado each day?

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado bus route is served by approximately 9 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 São José do Calçado take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado is offered by 1001 and takes 6h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $48. 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 São José do Calçado?

The earliest bus arriving in São José do Calçado from Rio de Janeiro starts at 7:40 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 São José do Calçado?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for São José do Calçado starts at 8:38 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 São José do Calçado route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado, passengers can travel with 1001 and Viação Rio Doce. 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 São José do Calçado?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and São José do Calçado by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: 1001 and Viação Rio Doce.

What can I take with me on the Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado 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 São José do Calçado 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 São José do Calçado 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 São José do Calçado on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to São José do Calçado

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.

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