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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís | Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:55 AM -03.
Get from São Luís to Salvador
The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from São Luís, BR 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 São Luís to Salvador?
The cheapest bus tickets from São Luís to Salvador start from $149. The average price for this route is around $179. 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 Salvador?
The average bus trip duration from São Luís to Salvador is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 820 miles (1322 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Progresso Recife.
Which bus companies service the São Luís to Salvador route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Expresso Guanabara, JAMJOY, Progresso Recife.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Luís to Salvador?
The earliest bus departs from São Luís to Salvador at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Luís to Salvador?
A bus trip from São Luís to Salvador generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from São Luís to Salvador?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Luís to Salvador?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company JAMJOY has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from São Luís to Salvador?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Luís to Salvador?
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.
The cheapest trip from São Luís, BR to Salvador was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $135To 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 Salvador, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $135 to $155 for a bus ticket from São Luís, BR to Salvador based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $135 which is on 2025-12-14.
