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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté from various bus operators like Viação Sampaio, Auto Viação Catarinense or Viação UTIL for the next days.

today
$17
tomorrow
$17
Monday
$17
Tuesday
$17
Wednesday
$17
Thursday
$17
Friday
$17

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 4h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 5m 4:15 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 9:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 4h 57m 11:58 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:55 AM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 15m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:45 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 9:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 11:10 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 10m 1:45 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Basic $20
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Terminal Barcas
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 15m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:45 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 11:10 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação UTIL 5h 5m 10:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 3:05 AM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $18
Auto Viação Catarinense 6h 0m 7:00 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 1:00 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Basic $20
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 15m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:45 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 9:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 11:10 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 40m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Basic $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 15m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:45 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 9:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 2:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
Expresso Notável 4h 15m 10:45 PM Rio de Janeiro Terminal Rodoviário Padre Henrique Otte 3:00 AM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Basic $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 15m 7:30 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:45 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 11:10 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 4h 40m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      3:40 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Premium Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 55m
      0
      3:45 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      4:40 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Sampaio 5h 10m 11:10 AM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 4:20 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Viação Sampaio 4h 40m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 5:40 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $17
Auto Viação Catarinense 5h 55m 1:00 PM Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 6:55 PM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $22
Expresso Notável 4h 15m 10:45 PM Rio de Janeiro Terminal Rodoviário Padre Henrique Otte 3:00 AM Taubaté Central Bus Station  Business $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Niterói, RJ, you can save more than $-3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 5h 50m
      Rio de Janeiro
      8 mi
      3:30 PM
      Niterói, RJ
      Bus Station Roberto Silveira
      9:20 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0 mi
      Premium Economy
      $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté via Aparecida, SP, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Sampaio
      5h 20m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      6:10 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Viação Sampaio
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Pássaro Marron
      0h 35m
      0
      6:15 PM
      Aparecida, SP
      Central Bus Station
      6:50 PM
      Taubaté
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Pássaro Marron
      Economy
      $4
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save $3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté is $9 on 8/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 71 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 117 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté, with 66 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

Compare all providers like Viação Sampaio, Auto Viação Catarinense and Viação UTIL that travel 39 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus $9
Fastest Bus 4h 15m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Latest Bus 11:58 PM
Daily Bus Routes 39 Ø
Distance 148.0 miles
Bus Companies Viação Sampaio, Auto Viação Catarinense, Viação UTIL and Expresso Notável

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

Every day, 39 buses from 4 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Taubaté: 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
$17
Sunday 07/26
$17
Monday 07/27
$17
Tuesday 07/28
$17
Wednesday 07/29
$17
Thursday 07/30
$17
Friday 07/31
$17
Saturday 08/01
$10
Sunday 08/02
$11
Monday 08/03
$11
Tuesday 08/04
$9
Wednesday 08/05
$9
Thursday 08/06
$10
Friday 08/07
$13
Saturday 08/08
$11
Sunday 08/09
$13
Monday 08/10
$13
Tuesday 08/11
$11
Wednesday 08/12
$11
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $9, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $13.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté, with $17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté

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 Taubaté 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 Taubaté, 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 Taubaté are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté

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

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

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

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 4h 55m to reach Taubaté. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $40. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Taubaté.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté bus route is served by approximately 39 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 Taubaté take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté is offered by Expresso Notável and takes 4h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. 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 Taubaté?

The earliest bus arriving in Taubaté from Rio de Janeiro starts at 1:00 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 Taubaté?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Taubaté starts at 11:58 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 Taubaté route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Taubaté, passengers can travel with Viação Sampaio, Auto Viação Catarinense and Viação UTIL. 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 Taubaté?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Taubaté 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 Sampaio, Auto Viação Catarinense and Viação UTIL.

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

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

Basic
Basic

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

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