city bus fares are all paid in cash to the driver, or to an additional attendant seated next to the entrance door, depending on the type of bus - fares on buses in rio d janeiro vary greatly, depending on the service it serves.

common municipal buses have a minimal fee, while special lines, or executive buses, offering comfort can triple the price - fares are typically displayed on the front of the bus, along with destination, route, and main intermediate stops.

interstate and intermunicipal buses prices are altered based on seasons, comfort classes, and destinations - these tickets can be purchased at terminals, travel agencies, or online.