Is there a way to reach Recife from Maceió without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Recife without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?

On average, the trip from Maceió to Recife takes around 5h 15m, but you can get there in as little as 4h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 miles (203 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Maceió and Recife?

The distance separating Maceió and Recife is 126 miles (203 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Maceió to Recife?

If you're headed to Recife from Maceió, chances are that your bus will leave from Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Maceió to Recife?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $16 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Recife from Maceió.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?

You can expect to pay around $18 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $50, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Maceió to Recife Bus Tickets

FriMay 2

from $15

SatMay 3

SunMay 4

from $15

MonMay 5

TueMay 6

from $15

WedMay 7

from $15

ThuMay 8

FriMay 9

Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 4 at 8:20am
Departure city: Maceió
Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió
Arrival time: May 4 at 1:45pm
Destination city: Recife
Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário
Operated by: Expresso São Luiz PX
Expresso São Luiz PX
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 4 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Maceió
Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió
Arrival time: May 4 at 9:30pm
Destination city: Recife
Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário
Operated by: Viação Progresso
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: May 4 at 6:15am
Departure city: Maceió
Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió
Arrival time: May 4 at 11:05am
Destination city: Recife
Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário
Operated by: Real Alagoas
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 50m
Departure time: May 4 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Maceió
Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió
Arrival time: May 4 at 9:30pm
Destination city: Recife
Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário
Operated by: Viação Progresso
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: May 4 at 2:35am
Departure city: Maceió
Departure location: Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió
Arrival time: May 4 at 7:50am
Destination city: Recife
Destination location: Terminal Rodoviário
Operated by: Expresso São Luiz PX
Expresso São Luiz PX
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m

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Bus Maceió to Recife: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$18

Average bus trip duration5h 15m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure2:35am

Distance120 miles (193 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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Real Alagoas

4/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.5

According to 23 reviews, Real Alagoas received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the temperature. Real Alagoas ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00

Real Alagoas Maceió Recife recent customer reviews

The staff at the bus station had no idea what to do with the bus vouchers for our trip. We do not speak Portuguese so were not able to understand what the problem was. After numerous phone calls and sending pictures of the vouchers and computer screen to someone, we were finally issued boarding tickets 45 minutes after we arrived at the counter inconveniencing ourselves and at least 20 people in the line behind us. We made the bus with only a few minutes to spare. We realize that the vouchers are written in English but have never experienced a problem with them in the past. At the next bus company where we had vouchers the whole process took less than 3 minutes. It is important that staff at all of your partner companies are trained to recognize the vouchers and know what to do with them.

Gayle S.

May 2, 2017

All but the strong airconditioning

Marjuta S.

September 8, 2023

Dirty bus, 2 hours delay

Sandor S.

August 12, 2023

Progresso Recife

4/516 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

Expresso São Luiz

3/541 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness1.7

Wifi1.4

FlixBus

3.5/58,448 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

CATEDRAL

3/527 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.4

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

Expresso Guanabara

4/5434 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.1

Gontijo

3/5124 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi0.8

Autoviação Progresso

3.5/5173 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi0.5

Based on 173 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Autoviação Progresso ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00

Autoviação Progresso Maceió Recife recent customer reviews

Decent bus, good driver, we would have liked some water.

Francesco R.

November 15, 2018

BR bus companies: FlixBus, Gontijo, Real Expresso, Expresso Guanabara, AGUIA BRANCA EB, REAL MAIA, Expresso Nordeste

Maceió to Recife Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Maceió and Recife?

Stops in Maceió

A - Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió

Stops in Recife

A - Terminal Rodoviário

B - Torroes Onibus

Frequently asked questions for your trip Maceió - Recife

Is there a way to reach Recife from Maceió without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?
What is the distance between Maceió and Recife?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Maceió to Recife?
What is the cheapest way to go from Maceió to Recife?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?

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

Best price found

04/28

$15

04/29

$15

Today

$15

05/01

$15

05/02

$15

05/03

$14

05/04

$15

05/05

$14

The cheapest trip from Maceió to Recife was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Maceió to Recife, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $23 for a bus ticket from Maceió to Recife based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually PROGRESSO RECIFE, REAL ALAGOAS 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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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Maceió to Recife but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Maceió to Recife, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Maceió to Recife will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Maceió to Recife while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus Tickets from Maceió to Recife

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Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

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Bus Maceió to Recife: Trip Overview

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Real Alagoas Maceió Recife recent customer reviews

Autoviação Progresso Maceió Recife recent customer reviews

Maceió to Recife Bus

Where are the popular stops in Maceió and Recife?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Maceió - Recife

Is there a way to reach Recife from Maceió without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?

What is the distance between Maceió and Recife?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Maceió to Recife?

What is the cheapest way to go from Maceió to Recife?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Maceió to Recife?

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