Is it recommended to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro at night?

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mamadukes

Yes you can safely travel at night in a bus from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro...dangerous? no more, no less than anywhere else...besides you will definitely not be alone, a lot of people choose to travel by bus....Have a great trip. As the others have said, just be aware of your surroundings at the bus terminal, that can be a little dangerous, just try not to stand out too much as a tourist...God Bless.

insp.clouseau

A night bus is okay if you really must save on the hotel. Be prepared for an all night ride. Its not dangerous for the locals but if you are a tourist you do stand out. If you can afford it, fly. Gol airways for example has fares that are almost the same as the bus. You could check their website. I think its voegol.com.

playboy_carioca

You can get a bus called Leito where you literally travel sleeping just like in a normal single bed. Very comfortable.

Peace

It is safe. However, it all depends on your budget and the trip duration.

I am from the US, and my flight arrives early in the morning. I have taken both, the air and the bus to RJ. Please remember that SP also does have a nice nightlife, though about 50% more expensive than that of RJ.

wowow22

Yes, it is quite safe as would be anywhere in the world. That trip shouldnÂ´t be a problem at night.

The problem is RioÂ´s bus terminal (on the outside). So avoid buses from and to the bus terminal. Always prefer a taxi (It would be better to choose an old driver, with some religious artifact hanging from its rear mirror. That gives you a hint he might be a good person...). If you donÂ´t mind to pay more, buy your taxi fare from one of the companies located in the bus terminal. ThatÂ´s the safest.

Yes, youÂ´ll miss one night in Rio, but hopefully youÂ´ll have many other fun nights. Besides, itÂ´s safer to arrive to Rio in the early morning than at dusk.

Have a safe trip!

amaya m

I think the folks that answered your question are right. The only thing I would like to warn you though is that, if you ever had problems with motion sickness, I would recommend you take some dramamine or something. The road from Sao Paulo to Rio is pretty rough and windy. The trip won't take more than 6 or 7 hours and it really isn't dangerous as far as your personal safety goes. The only danger would be you feeling a little sick or getting a crazy driver...it can feel a little like a roller coaster ride. Brazilian buses are excellent though; they're comfortable and clean. Nothing like Greyhound.

Mexico Traveler

I traveled by bus from Curitiba to Sao Paulo at night. I paid a bit more for a first class bus, but it was worth it for me. I watched the video, I slept, you know things that you would normally do on the bus. I arrived at about 8 or 9 a.m. and went directly to MY hotel so I can shower. I think it cost a bit more that way, but it was worth it to me.

It is safe. But like the previous poster said. Be careful of outside the bus station. It could be a problem.

Whatever you do, enjoy RIO and all of Brazil. It is a wonderful country.

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