Ribeirão Preto to São José do Rio Preto by bus
São José do Rio Preto lies 168 km (104 mi) west of Ribeirão Preto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 205 km (127 mi) of road.
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| Ribeirão Preto | São José do Rio Preto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 698,642 | 480,393 |
| Elevation | 554 m (1,818 ft) | 505 m (1,657 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 14000-000 | 15000-000 |
Where to book buses from Ribeirão Preto to São José do Rio Preto
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Staying in São José do Rio Preto
Our booking partner lists 70 places to stay in Sao Jose do Rio Preto. Of the 39 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (23). Across 33 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 45,190 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is São José do Rio Preto from Ribeirão Preto?
168 km (104 mi) in a straight line, west of Ribeirão Preto; by road roughly 205 km (127 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ribeirão Preto to São José do Rio Preto by bus?
About 3 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ribeirão Preto and São José do Rio Preto?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Where can I stay in São José do Rio Preto?
Our booking partner lists 70 places to stay in Sao Jose do Rio Preto, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.