Bus Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC from various bus operators like Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur or JBL Turismo for the next days.

today

$64

tomorrow

$65

Friday

$64

Saturday

$64

Sunday

$48

Monday

Tuesday

$64

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Viação Penha	22h 30m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	9:30 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/26/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/27/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
Viação Penha	18h 40m	5:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:55 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/26/2026 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/27/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/26/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/27/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Viação Penha	21h 30m	7:30 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$65	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/27/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/28/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Viação Penha	20h 0m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$65	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/27/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
Viação Penha	18h 40m	5:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:55 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$65	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/28/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$78	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/27/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/28/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Viação Penha	21h 30m	7:30 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/28/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Viação Penha	20h 0m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/28/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/29/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
Viação Penha	18h 40m	5:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:55 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/28/2026 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/29/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/28/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/29/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Viação Penha	21h 30m	7:30 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/29/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Viação Penha	20h 0m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/29/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/30/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
Viação Penha	18h 40m	5:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:55 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/29/2026 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/30/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Basic	$64	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/29/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/30/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC via Santos, SP, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Viação Sampaio
  
  25h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  4:55 PM
  
  Santos, SP
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Viação Sampaio goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Santos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 8/30/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
- Viação Penha
  
  12h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:00 PM
  
  Santos, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Itapema, SC
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $38
  
  A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station, Santos, SP (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 8:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/31/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
Travel time is 6h 20m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
JBL Turismo	19h 40m	1:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	8:40 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Basic	$48	A Bus from JBL Turismo goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 1:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/31/2026 8:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 40m
Viação Penha	21h 30m	7:30 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/31/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Viação Penha	20h 0m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/31/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 8/30/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 8/31/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Viação Penha	21h 30m	7:30 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	5:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 9/1/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 9/2/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
Itapemirim Suzantur	20h 50m	4:00 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	12:50 PM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Premium Economy	$64	A Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 9/1/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 9/2/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m
Viação Penha	20h 0m	11:00 AM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	7:00 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Basic	$65	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 9/1/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 9/2/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
Viação Penha	18h 40m	5:15 PM	Rio de Janeiro	Bus Station Novo Rio	11:55 AM	Itapema, SC	Central Bus Station	Basic	$65	A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 9/1/2026 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 9/2/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC via Santos, SP, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Viação Sampaio
  
  25h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Rio de Janeiro
  Bus Station Novo Rio
  
  4:55 PM
  
  Santos, SP
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from Viação Sampaio goes from Bus Station Novo Rio, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) at 9/2/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Santos, SP (Brazil) arriving at 9/2/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
- Viação Penha
  
  12h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:00 PM
  
  Santos, SP
  Bus Station
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Itapema, SC
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $27
  
  A Bus from Viação Penha goes from Bus Station, Santos, SP (Brazil) at 9/2/2026 8:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Itapema, SC (Brazil) arriving at 9/3/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
Travel time is 6h 20m longer, but you will save $16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC is $48 on 8/30/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Itapema, SC

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 42 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 21 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Itapema, SC.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 95 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Itapema, SC, with 81 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

Compare all providers like Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and JBL Turismo that travel 29 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC starting from $48!

Cheapest Bus	$48
Fastest Bus	18h 40m
Earliest Bus	11:00 AM
Latest Bus	5:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	29 Ø
Distance	444.0 miles
Bus Companies	Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and JBL Turismo

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

Every day, 29 buses from 3 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Itapema, SC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

$64

Thursday 08/27

$65

Friday 08/28

$64

Saturday 08/29

$64

Sunday 08/30

$48

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

$64

Wednesday 09/02

$64

Thursday 09/03

$64

Friday 09/04

$64

Saturday 09/05

$103

Sunday 09/06

$64

Monday 09/07

$64

Tuesday 09/08

$64

Wednesday 09/09

$110

Thursday 09/10

$110

Friday 09/11

$110

Saturday 09/12

$64

Sunday 09/13

$64

Monday 09/14

$64

Tuesday 09/15

$64

Wednesday 09/16

$64

Thursday 09/17

$64

Friday 09/18

$64

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

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

With a price starting from $48, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $64.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC, with $48. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $64.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

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 Itapema, SC 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 Itapema, SC, 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 Itapema, SC are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Itapema, SC

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

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

Central Bus Station

R. 600 323

Mercado Público

Morretes

R. 406 765

PEIXARIA - Sul Bus Stop

Rua Cento e Dezenove, 710 Station

Rua Cento e Dezenove, 710 Rua Cento e Dezenove, 710

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

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

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Itapema, SC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $48 and takes 19h 40m to reach Itapema, SC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $48 and $121. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Itapema, SC.

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

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC bus route is served by approximately 29 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 Itapema, SC take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC is offered by Viação Penha and takes 18h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. 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 Itapema, SC?

The earliest bus arriving in Itapema, SC from Rio de Janeiro starts at 11:00 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 Itapema, SC?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Itapema, SC starts at 5:15 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 Itapema, SC route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC, passengers can travel with Viação Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and JBL Turismo. 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 Itapema, SC?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Itapema, SC 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 Penha, Itapemirim Suzantur and JBL Turismo.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Itapema, SC

Basic

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

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 Itapema, SC

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