Bus from São Luís, BR to Recife: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from São Luís to Recife on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
Terminal RodoviárioCheapest
Viação ProgressoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
Terminal RodoviárioFastest
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags
Viação ProgressoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís
Terminal RodoviárioNo tags

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Get from São Luís to Recife

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
741 milesDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from São Luís, BR to Recife

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from São Luís to Recife?

    The cheapest coach tickets from São Luís to Recife start from £76. The average price for this route is around £83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from São Luís to Recife?

    The average bus journey time from São Luís to Recife is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 741 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Progresso Recife.

  3. Which bus companies service the São Luís to Recife route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, Progresso Recife, Autoviação Progresso.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Luís to Recife?

    The earliest bus departs from São Luís to Recife at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Luís to Recife?

    A bus journey from São Luís to Recife produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from São Luís to Recife?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 457 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from São Luís to Recife?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expresso Guanabara has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Luís to Recife?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Luís to Recife?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£65
26/11
£66
Today
£70
28/11
£66
29/11
£70
30/11
£65
01/12
£67
02/12
£67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Luís, BR to Recife was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £65

To 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 Recife as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £65 to £114 for a bus ticket from São Luís, BR to Recife based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £65, which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually Progresso Recife will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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