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| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís | Terminal Rodoviário de Balsas | No tags | ||||
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Get from São Luís to Balsas
The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Luís, BR to Balsas 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 São Luís to Balsas?
The cheapest bus tickets from São Luís to Balsas start from $50. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 São Luís to Balsas?
The average bus travel time from São Luís to Balsas is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 586 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Aguiar.
Which bus companies service the São Luís to Balsas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Crisbell, JR4000, Araujo Transportes, Falone Turismo, Progresso Recife, Aguiar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from São Luís to Balsas?
The earliest bus departs from São Luís to Balsas at 3:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:32pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Luís to Balsas?
A bus trip from São Luís to Balsas generates an estimated 15 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 São Luís to Balsas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is JR4000, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Luís to Balsas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company JR4000 has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from São Luís to Balsas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is JR4000, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Luís to Balsas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JR4000, 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 São Luís, BR to Balsas was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Luís, BR to Balsas, as early as possible.
