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WedMar 20
from $58
ThuMar 21
from $58
FriMar 22
from $91
SatMar 23
from $58
SunMar 24
from $94
MonMar 25
from $63
TueMar 26
from $58
WedMar 27

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Operated by: ItapemirimItapemirim
9:00AM
1d9h
6:15PM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Cheapest
Salvador - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Cheapest
Operated by: Águia BrancaÁguia Branca
12:50PM
1d7h
8:25PM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
2nd Cheapest
Salvador - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Águia BrancaÁguia Branca
7:25AM
1d6h
2:15PM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Fastest
Salvador - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Fastest
Operated by
NACIONAL + Águia Branca
2:00PM
1d7h
9:40PM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Salvador - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Operated by
NACIONAL + Águia Branca
2:00PM
1d15h
5:40AM
Rio de Janeiro - Novo Rio
Salvador - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Bus Rio de Janeiro to Salvador: Trip Overview

Bus Rio de Janeiro to Salvador: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$81
Average bus trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:00 AM
Distance752 miles (1212 km)
Latest bus departure12:50 PM

Rio de Janeiro to Salvador Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:00AM - 12:50PM
Minimum Price$61
Average Ticket Price$81
Minimum Trip Duration1d6h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d7h
Distance752 miles (1212 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteÁguia Branca, Itapemirim, Kaissara
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rio de Janeiro - Salvador

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Salvador without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador takes about 1d 7h on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1d 6h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 752 miles (1212 km) that separate the two cities.

Rio de Janeiro and Salvador are 752 miles (1212 km) apart.

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by Águia Branca, Itapemirim and Kaissara. The number of buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 7:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 12:50 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Salvador from Rio de Janeiro, chances are that your bus will depart from Novo Rio and arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $69.

The bus ticket costs $81 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $69 to $184, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$68
Today
$68
03/19
$68
03/20
$68
03/21
$68
03/22
$68
03/23
$68
03/24
$68
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador was searched and found on Mar 19, 2024 with a price of $68

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

You can expect to pay from $68 to $105 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2024-03-19.

Usually AGUIA BRANCA 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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