How to get from GRU to São Paulo
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| EMTU Airport Bus (to Tietê/Paulista) | R$19 | 60–90 min |
| Taxi / Uber | R$80–150 | 45–90 min |
Guarulhos traffic is brutal. The EMTU bus (blue) is reliable and cheap. Uber pool (shared) is banned in Brazil — use UberX or 99.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into GRU.
Getting out of São Paulo (GRU)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Guarulhos Airport to São Paulo cost?
R$80–150 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from GRU to São Paulo?
EMTU Airport Bus (to Tietê/Paulista) at R$19 — 60–90 min to central São Paulo.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Brazil?
Brazil recently restored visa-free access for US, UK, Australian, and Canadian passports. Most South American and EU passports already visa-free.