Curitiba to Joinville: The Ultimate 2h Bus Guide

Introduction

After a short stay in Curitiba, it was time to keep moving south of Brazil. Our next stop was Joinville, the largest city in the state of Santa Catarina and, for us, a special one—we were heading there to meet friends before continuing our journey through southern Brazil.

Getting from Curitiba to Joinville turned out to be refreshingly simple. Instead of flying or renting a car, you can hop on a bus and be there in about two hours. It’s an easy, affordable, and comfortable ride, making it one of those travel days that doesn’t feel like a chore at all.

In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know to take the bus from Curitiba to Joinville—from booking your ticket and navigating the bus terminal to what the ride itself is really like and whether it’s worth choosing this option.

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Booking Your Bus Ticket

The easiest way to book a bus from Curitiba to Joinville is online, and you don’t need to speak Portuguese to make it work. We used ClickBus, which is one of the most popular bus booking platforms in Brazil. Even though the website is in Portuguese, browser translation does the job just fine.

When booking, you’ll be able to choose your departure time, bus company, and seat. The whole process is straightforward and only takes a few minutes. In our case, we paid around 80 BRL for two tickets, which felt very reasonable for a 2-hour ride.

One thing to note: unlike some longer routes in Brazil, we didn’t receive digital boarding passes by email. Instead, we got a booking reference number, which meant we had to print the tickets at the bus terminal before departure. Not a problem at all—but good to know in advance so you don’t panic last minute.

If you prefer an English-language platform, Busbud is another solid alternative, though we found ClickBus slightly more flexible when it came to seat selection.

Check all your bus options on Busbud — it’s simple to compare routes, prices, and book your tickets in advance.

Where to Stay in Curitiba

If you’re spending a night or two in Curitiba before heading south, it’s worth choosing a place that’s central and easy to reach by Uber or public transport. These are solid, comfortable options that work well for a short stay:

Johnscher by SJ – San Juan Curitiba: A classic-style hotel right in the city center, ideal if you want to be close to the historical area and keep things simple. Comfortable rooms and a good base for exploring on foot.

Novotel Curitiba Batel: Located in the Batel district, this is a modern and reliable option with easy access to restaurants, cafés, and shopping areas. A good balance between comfort and location.

Nomaa Hotel: A more design-forward boutique hotel with excellent service. If you’re looking to slow down and enjoy a more refined stay before continuing your journey, this one stands out.

All three options are well connected to the bus terminal by Uber, making departure day smooth and stress-free.

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Getting to the Bus Terminal in Curitiba

Curitiba has one main long-distance bus station, the Rodoferroviária de Curitiba, so there’s no risk of heading to the wrong one. It’s located a little outside the historical center but is very easy to reach.

The simplest option is to take an Uber. From most central neighborhoods, the ride takes around 15 minutes, depending on traffic, and is inexpensive. That’s exactly what you want on travel day: no stress, no complicated connections, just door-to-door comfort.

If you arrive early, the terminal is well organized and has plenty of space to sit, grab a snack, or use the restroom before boarding. Everything is clearly signed, which makes the experience surprisingly smooth for a large Brazilian bus station.

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Curitiba to Joinville Bus Ride

Once your Curitiba to Joinville bus arrives at the platform, boarding is straightforward. You’ll drop your main luggage underneath the bus, keep your daypack with you, and head upstairs if you’re in the conventional class.

Most buses on the Curitiba to Joinville route are modern double-deckers. Even in standard class, seats are comfortable, reclining well enough for a short nap, with footrests and decent legroom. For a journey of around two hours, it’s more than enough.

The ride itself is easy and uneventful. You leave the city fairly quickly and spend most of the time cruising through green landscapes and rolling countryside. There are usually no long stops, and the drive feels smooth and relaxed.

On our trip, the journey from Curitiba to Joinville took slightly longer than expected—just over two hours instead of the advertised 1h50—but nothing dramatic. No stress, no rush, just enough time to sit back, look out the window, and slowly shift into the next chapter of your trip.

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Is It Worth Taking the Bus from Curitiba to Joinville?

Absolutely. For such a short distance, the bus is by far the easiest and most sensible option. It’s affordable, comfortable, and removes all the stress that comes with driving or navigating airports.

You don’t lose time with check-ins or security, the seats are genuinely comfortable, and departures are frequent throughout the day. For a trip of around two hours, it feels efficient without being rushed.

If you’re traveling through southern Brazil and need to move between Curitiba and Joinville, the bus does exactly what it should: gets you there smoothly, cheaply, and without hassle.

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