Bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE from $106

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from São Paulo to Recife, PE from various bus operators like Catedral Turismo, Expresso São Luiz or Gontijo for the next days.

today
$125
tomorrow
$134
Saturday
$111
Sunday
$129
Monday
$130
Tuesday
$116
Wednesday
$130

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 48h 36m 7:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:36 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $125
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $133
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $133
Expresso São Luiz 68h 0m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 5:00 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $190
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Viação Cometa
      50h 18m
      0
      7:00 AM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:30 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      0
      Viação Cometa
      Premium Economy
      $21
    • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Gontijo
      40h 18m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:18 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $88
    Travel time is 1h 42m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 48h 36m 7:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 7:36 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $134
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Expresso São Luiz 68h 0m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 5:00 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $190
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Belo Horizonte, MG, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      58h 23m
      0
      11:05 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      8:10 AM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $19
    • Waiting Time 8h 50m
    • Gontijo
      40h 28m
      0
      5:00 PM
      Belo Horizonte, MG
      Bus station (Tergip)
      9:28 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Gontijo
      Basic
      $85
    Travel time is 9h 47m longer, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 30m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:30 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $111
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $130
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $132
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 30m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:30 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $129
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $82? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arca Turismo
      36h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:10 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Águas Claras Bus Station
      0
      Arca Turismo
      Basic
      $13
    • Waiting Time 15h 20m
    • Expresso Guanabara
      13h 15m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      8:45 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Expresso Guanabara
      Premium Economy
      $34
    Travel Time is 14h 45m shorter, and you will save $82

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $130
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $131
Catedral Turismo 64h 0m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 12:00 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $137
Expresso São Luiz 68h 0m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 5:00 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $189
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $83? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arca Turismo
      36h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:10 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Águas Claras Bus Station
      0
      Arca Turismo
      Basic
      $13
    • Waiting Time 15h 20m
    • Expresso Guanabara
      13h 15m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      8:45 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Expresso Guanabara
      Premium Economy
      $34
    Travel Time is 24h 25m shorter, and you will save $83

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 51h 20m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:20 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $116
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $130
Catedral Turismo 64h 0m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 12:00 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $131
Gontijo 51h 30m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 11:30 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Basic $149
Expresso São Luiz 68h 0m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 5:00 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $190
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $69? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arca Turismo
      36h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:10 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Águas Claras Bus Station
      0
      Arca Turismo
      Basic
      $13
    • Waiting Time 15h 20m
    • Expresso Guanabara
      13h 15m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      8:45 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Expresso Guanabara
      Premium Economy
      $34
    Travel Time is 14h 35m shorter, and you will save $69

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Catedral Turismo 61h 10m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:10 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $130
Catedral Turismo 65h 35m 5:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 10:35 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $130
Catedral Turismo 64h 0m 8:00 AM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 12:00 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $142
Expresso São Luiz 68h 0m 9:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 5:00 PM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $190
Expresso São Luiz 68h 45m 1:00 PM São Paulo Tietê Bus Station 9:45 AM Recife, PE Central Bus Station (TIP)  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE via Salvador, BA, you can save more than $83? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arca Turismo
      36h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      São Paulo
      Tietê Bus Station
      4:10 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Águas Claras Bus Station
      0
      Arca Turismo
      Basic
      $13
    • Waiting Time 15h 20m
    • Expresso Guanabara
      13h 15m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      8:45 AM
      Recife, PE
      Central Bus Station (TIP)
      0
      Expresso Guanabara
      Premium Economy
      $34
    Travel Time is 24h 25m shorter, and you will save $83

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE is $106 on 9/11/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE

See here how frequent the connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 36 daily buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 19 daily coaches between São Paulo and Recife, PE.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 95 buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE, while Evening sees the fewest connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE, with 22 offers.

Facts about the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Compare all providers like Catedral Turismo, Expresso São Luiz and Gontijo that travel 29 times every day by bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE in one click! Book your bus ticket from São Paulo to Recife, PE starting from $106!

Cheapest Bus $106
Fastest Bus 48h 36m
Earliest Bus 8:00 AM
Latest Bus 9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 29 Ø
Distance 1,323.1 miles
Bus Companies Catedral Turismo, Expresso São Luiz and Gontijo

Cheapest bus connections from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Every day, 29 buses from 3 bus companies leave São Paulo for Recife, PE: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
Tuesday 08/25
Wednesday 08/26
Thursday 08/27
$125
Friday 08/28
$134
Saturday 08/29
$113
Sunday 08/30
$129
Monday 08/31
$130
Tuesday 09/01
$116
Wednesday 09/02
$130
Thursday 09/03
$130
Friday 09/04
$130
Saturday 09/05
$130
Sunday 09/06
$181
Monday 09/07
$201
Tuesday 09/08
$109
Wednesday 09/09
$130
Thursday 09/10
$118
Friday 09/11
$106
Saturday 09/12
$112
Sunday 09/13
$111
Monday 09/14
$130
Tuesday 09/15
$111
Wednesday 09/16
$186
Thursday 09/17
$116
Friday 09/18
$113
Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from São Paulo to Recife, PE

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from São Paulo to Recife, PE, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $106, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $130.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from São Paulo to Recife, PE, with $111. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $130.

How to save money travelling from São Paulo to Recife, PE

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 São Paulo to Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE, 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in São Paulo and Recife, PE

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in São Paulo and Recife, PE.

Service and Comfort on the bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE? Or which bus companies serve the route São Paulo to Recife, PE? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the São Paulo to Recife, PE bus

How much does a São Paulo Recife, PE bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $106 and takes 51h 30m to reach Recife, PE. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $106 and $266. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Recife, PE.

On average, how many connections are available from São Paulo to Recife, PE each day?

Every day, the São Paulo to Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE take?

The fastest bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE is offered by Gontijo and takes 48h 36m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $156. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

The earliest bus arriving in Recife, PE from São Paulo starts at 8:00 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE?

The latest bus trip departing from São Paulo for Recife, PE starts at 9:00 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 São Paulo Recife, PE route?

When traveling by bus from São Paulo to Recife, PE, passengers can travel with Catedral Turismo, Expresso São Luiz and 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 São Paulo and Recife, PE?

You can check all the direct connections between São Paulo and Recife, PE by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Catedral Turismo, Expresso São Luiz and Gontijo.

What can I take with me on the São Paulo to Recife, PE 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 São Paulo Recife, PE 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 São Paulo Recife, PE 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 São Paulo to Recife, PE on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 29 daily trips between São Paulo and Recife, PE. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from São Paulo to Recife, PE?

Prices and availability for 29 trips between São Paulo and Recife, PE change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route São Paulo to Recife, PE

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.

More bus routes to São Paulo and to Recife, PE

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to São Paulo and to Recife, PE. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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