Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Rio de Janeiro
Fortaleza
Sun, Jul 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$139
 
 
$407

Other Options

Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza Schedule

Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA388201:25 - 04:35BRL 1,405
GOL Economy 03:20 - 11:25BRL 2,222
GOL Economy 06:15 - 11:55BRL 1,552
GOL Economy 09:05 - 18:50BRL 1,078
Expresso Guanabara Standard 10:00 - 12:13BRL 778
GOL Economy #G3204813:20 - 16:30BRL 1,202
GOL Economy 15:30 - 21:40BRL 1,798
Expresso Guanabara Executive 17:07 - 20:18BRL 995
GOL Economy 19:55 - 01:20BRL 1,798
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA458620:15 - 23:30BRL 1,211
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA388622:00 - 01:15BRL 1,055

Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Facts about the transport from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

Cheapest Transport$139
Fastest Transport3h 10m
Earliest Departure1:25 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day7
Distance2592 kilometers
Transport CompaniesExpresso Guanabara, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

How to get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

When you want to get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 406.47. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 138.86.

How far is Rio de Janeiro from Fortaleza?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. Your trip will be a total of 1611 miles (2592 km). The flying distance is 1674 miles (2692 km).

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

The travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 52 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza?

The cost of the trip from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Expresso Guanabara: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 138.86 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 406.47.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza:

  • Bus tickets - USD 138.91 to USD 138.91;
  • Plane tickets - USD 214.79 to USD 406.38;

How many trips per day are there between Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 10:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:50. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 214.79.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Buses

Taking a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.