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Which bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or Viação Kaissara Suzantur. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £87
tomorrow
from £87
Monday
from £39
Tuesday
from £74
Wednesday
from £72
Thursday
from £74
Friday
from £74

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    18:25
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    13:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:50
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £94
  • Águia Branca
    31h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:25
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £94
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    06:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:20
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      46h 10m
      0
      20:50
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      07:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 14h 20m
    • Buson
      21h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      19:00
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Premium Economy
      £41
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Águia Branca
    31h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:25
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £94
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    10:15
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    17:05
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £95
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    06:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:20
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      46h 10m
      0
      20:50
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      07:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 14h 20m
    • Buson
      21h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      19:00
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Premium Economy
      £41
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BusX
    31h 45m
    0
    18:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    02:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    BusX
    Economy
    £39
  • Viação Cetro
    31h 45m
    0
    18:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Glória
    02:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Cetro
    Basic
    £62
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • BusX
    31h 45m
    0
    18:55
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    02:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    BusX
    Basic
    £91

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    31h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:25
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    10:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    17:20
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Águia Branca
    31h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    20:25
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      46h 10m
      0
      20:50
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      07:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 14h 20m
    • Buson
      21h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      19:00
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Premium Economy
      £41
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    28h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    22:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    £72
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    28h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    22:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Basic
    £73
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    28h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    22:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    £73
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    15:55
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    15:55
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      28h 40m
      0
      18:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      05:30
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Premium Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Quero Passagem
      17h 0m
      0
      05:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      22:40
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Basic
      £44
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    06:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:20
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    06:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    13:20
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      46h 10m
      0
      20:50
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      07:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 14h 20m
    • Buson
      21h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      19:00
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Premium Economy
      £41
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    07:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    14:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Águia Branca
    30h 50m
    0
    07:50
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    14:40
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    £74
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    33h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    04:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £83
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    19:00
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    £87
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Quero Passagem
      46h 10m
      0
      20:50
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      07:40
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Quero Passagem
      Economy
      £20
    • Waiting Time 14h 20m
    • Buson
      21h 0m
      0
      22:00
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Coach Station
      19:00
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Buson
      Premium Economy
      £41
    Travel time is 15h 20m longer, but you will save £13

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 73 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 232 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA, with 40 offers.

All facts for Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação Kaissara Suzantur that travel daily 57 times by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA in one click. Book your Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA bus ticket starting from £39!

Cheapest Bus £39
Fastest Bus 27h 30m
Earliest Coach 06:30
Latest Coach 19:15
Daily Bus Connections 57 Ø
Distance 1,212.0 km
Coach Companies Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação Kaissara Suzantur, BusX and Viação Cetro

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

Every day, 57 buses from 5 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Salvador, BA. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/12
Tuesday 17/12
Wednesday 18/12
Thursday 19/12
Friday 20/12
Saturday 21/12
£87
Sunday 22/12
£164
Monday 23/12
£164
Tuesday 24/12
£74
Wednesday 25/12
£82
Thursday 26/12
£82
Friday 27/12
£86
Saturday 28/12
£86
Sunday 29/12
£82
Monday 30/12
£82
Tuesday 31/12
£67
Wednesday 01/01
£66
Thursday 02/01
£79
Friday 03/01
£78
Saturday 04/01
£78
Sunday 05/01
£74
Monday 06/01
£76
Tuesday 07/01
£68
Wednesday 08/01
£74
Thursday 09/01
£70
Friday 10/01
£67
Saturday 11/01
£76
Sunday 12/01

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £39, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £87.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, with £39. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £74.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA timetable.
In total 5 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA

Here is a map with all coach stations in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA bus trip is available from £39 and takes 7h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

This connection is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £39 to £263. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Salvador, BA.

How many connections are available for the Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA is offered by roughly 57 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Salvador, BA from Rio de Janeiro take?

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA is provided by Águia Branca and takes 27h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £147. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

The earliest bus to Salvador, BA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 06:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

The latest bus to Salvador, BA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 19:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA can travel with Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação Kaissara Suzantur. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Águia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação Kaissara Suzantur.

What can I take with me on the bus to Salvador, BA from Rio de Janeiro?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Salvador, BA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Rio de Janeiro and to Salvador, BA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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