How to get from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto
There are 3 ways to get from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~55 min). By bus it's about 6 h 5 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 289 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 55 min | 289 km | Airlines: Marusya Airways, TAM Brazilian Airlines, Changan Airlines |
Bus | 6 h 5 minestimated | 376 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 4 h 25 minestimated | 376 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre São Paulo y Ribeirão Preto dura aproximadamente 55 min (289 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 6 h 5 min. En auto son unos 376 km por ruta, cerca de 4 h 25 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~55 min, by bus ~6 h 5 min and by car ~4 h 25 min.
Are there flights from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the São Paulo–Ribeirão Preto route is operated by Marusya Airways, TAM Brazilian Airlines and Changan Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 55 min and covers about 289 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto?
Flying is much faster (~55 min vs ~6 h 5 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from São Paulo to Ribeirão Preto?
It's about 376 km by road, roughly 4 h 25 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between São Paulo and Ribeirão Preto?
In a straight line it's about 289 km between São Paulo and Ribeirão Preto.
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