Bus Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE from various bus operators like Expresso Guanabara or Viação UTIL for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Expresso Guanabara	51h 7m	10:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	1:07 PM	Fortaleza, CE	Messejana Bus Station	Premium Economy	$181	A Bus from Expresso Guanabara goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/30/2026 10:00:00 AM to Messejana Bus Station, Fortaleza, CE (Brazil) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:07:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 7m
Expresso Guanabara	51h 32m	10:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	1:32 PM	Fortaleza, CE	Eng. João Thomé Bus Station	Premium Economy	$181	A Bus from Expresso Guanabara goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/30/2026 10:00:00 AM to Eng. João Thomé Bus Station, Fortaleza, CE (Brazil) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:32:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 32m
Viação UTIL	73h 51m	4:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	6:21 PM	Fortaleza, CE	Eng. João Thomé Bus Station	Premium Economy	$214	A Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/30/2026 4:30:00 PM to Eng. João Thomé Bus Station, Fortaleza, CE (Brazil) arriving at 8/2/2026 6:21:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $214 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 51m
Viação UTIL	73h 26m	4:30 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:56 PM	Fortaleza, CE	Messejana Bus Station	Premium Economy	$218	A Bus from Viação UTIL goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/30/2026 4:30:00 PM to Messejana Bus Station, Fortaleza, CE (Brazil) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:56:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $218 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 26m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE via Senhor do Bonfim, BA, you can save more than $65? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Gontijo
  
  69h 56m
  
  0
  
  3:39 PM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  1:09 AM
  
  Senhor do Bonfim, BA
  Estação Rodoviária
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $80
  
  A Bus from Gontijo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 7/28/2026 3:39:00 PM to Estação Rodoviária, Senhor do Bonfim, BA (Brazil) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:09:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
- Itapemirim Suzantur
  
  17h 0m
  
  0
  
  8:35 PM
  
  Senhor do Bonfim, BA
  Estação Rodoviária
  
  1:35 PM
  
  Fortaleza, CE
  Eng. João Thomé Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $36
  
  A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Estação Rodoviária, Senhor do Bonfim, BA (Brazil) at 7/30/2026 8:35:00 PM to Eng. João Thomé Bus Station, Fortaleza, CE (Brazil) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:35:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
Travel time is 18h 49m longer, but you will save $65

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE is $146 on 8/15/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Compare all providers like Expresso Guanabara and Viação UTIL that travel 11 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE starting from $146!

Cheapest Bus	$146
Fastest Bus	51h 7m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Latest Bus	4:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	1,362.1 miles
Bus Companies	Expresso Guanabara and Viação UTIL

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Every day, 11 buses from 2 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Fortaleza, CE: 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

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Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$181

Friday 07/31

$151

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$162

Saturday 08/08

$155

Sunday 08/09

$147

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

$146

Sunday 08/16

$181

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

$181

Friday 08/21

$146

Saturday 08/22

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

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 Fortaleza, CE 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 Fortaleza, CE, 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 Fortaleza, CE are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE

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

Bus Station Novo Rio

Avenida Francisco Bicalho 01

Hotel Golden Park

Glória

Campo Grande

Rua Aurélio de Figueiredo 1515

Menezes Côrtes Bus Station

Rua São José 35

Metrô São Francisco Xavier

Avenida Heitor Beltrão

Antônio Bezerra Bus Station

Quintino Cunha

Eng. João Thomé Bus Station

Av. Borges de Melo 1630

Messejana Bus Station

Av. Jornalista Tomaz Coelho

Av. Domingos Olímpio

Avenida Domingos Olímpio

Barroso

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $146 and takes 51h 7m to reach Fortaleza, CE. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $146 and $219. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Fortaleza, CE.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE bus route is served by approximately 11 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 Fortaleza, CE take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE is offered by Expresso Guanabara and takes 51h 7m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $181. 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 Fortaleza, CE?

The earliest bus arriving in Fortaleza, CE from Rio de Janeiro starts at 10:00 AM. 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 Fortaleza, CE?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Fortaleza, CE starts at 4:30 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 Rio de Janeiro Fortaleza, CE route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE, passengers can travel with Expresso Guanabara 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 Fortaleza, CE?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza, CE by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expresso Guanabara and Viação UTIL.

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

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, CE

Premium Economy

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

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Fortaleza, CE

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