Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Ilhéus | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | No tags |
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Get from Ilhéus to Salvador
The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ilhéus and Salvador?
Stops in Ilhéus
- AAv. Esperança, 12 - Esperança, Ilhéus - BA, 45658-630, Brazil
Stops in Salvador
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 4362 - Pernambués, Salvador - BA, 41800-700, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ilhéus to Salvador by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ilhéus to Salvador?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ilhéus to Salvador start from $45. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ilhéus to Salvador?
The average bus travel time from Ilhéus to Salvador is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 213 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Águia Branca.
Which bus companies service the Ilhéus to Salvador route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Águia Branca, Expresso Brasileiro, Rota Transportes, Viação Cidade Sol.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ilhéus to Salvador?
The earliest bus departs from Ilhéus to Salvador at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:21pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ilhéus to Salvador?
A bus trip from Ilhéus to Salvador generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ilhéus to Salvador?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Brasileiro, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 221 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ilhéus to Salvador?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rota Transportes has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ilhéus to Salvador?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Águia Branca, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ilhéus to Salvador?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Brasileiro, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ilhéus to Salvador was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ilhéus to Salvador, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $59 to $105 for a bus ticket from Ilhéus to Salvador based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-11-30.
