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Museu Afro-Brasileiro da UFBA
Museum dedicated to Afro-Brazilian history, religion and culture, with masks, sculptures and ritual objects that deepen understanding of Salvador.
Cheapest price on 24 Oct
£29
Average ticket price on 24 Oct
£37
Fastest journey on 24 Oct
13 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 24 Oct
14 h 21 m
Buses on 24 Oct
16
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Recife, PE to Salvador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Recife, PE to Salvador will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Sat 24 Oct, we found 16 buses from Recife, PE to Salvador, including 16 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 676 km distance in an average of 14 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Buses from Recife, PE to Salvador run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 676 km distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 676 km |
Average bus duration 16h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Recife, PE to Salvador.
The table below shows live departures for Recife, PE to Salvador coaches for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:15 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 17h45 | 8:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Recife, PE | 17h45 | 8:00 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 19h15 | 10:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Recife, PE | 19h15 | 10:15 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:25 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 18h35 | 10:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:25 Recife, PE | 18h35 | 10:00 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 17h40 | 10:20 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Recife, PE | 17h40 | 10:20 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 15h15 | 8:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Recife, PE | 15h15 | 8:15 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Recife, PE | 13h15 | 7:45 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 13h15 | 7:45 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 15h00 | 9:45 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Recife, PE | 15h00 | 9:45 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Recife, PE | 13h27 | 8:57 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 13h27 | 8:57 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:59 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 16h01 | 16:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:59 Recife, PE | 16h01 | 16:00 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 24 October | |||||
![]() | 13:30 Recife, PE | 19h21 | 8:51 Salvador | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 19h21 | 8:51 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum dedicated to Afro-Brazilian history, religion and culture, with masks, sculptures and ritual objects that deepen understanding of Salvador.
Museum of modern and contemporary art in a bayfront complex. Visit for exhibitions, sculpture garden and one of the city’s best sunset settings.
Compact museum on Bahian gastronomy, music and daily life, helping visitors understand local culture through engaging displays in Pelourinho.
Historic district with colourful colonial buildings, churches, museums and lively squares. Ideal for walking, culture, music and city views.
Scenic headland area around the Barra lighthouse, with seaside walks, rocks and strong sunset views. A favourite for an easy coastal stroll.
Broad city square between key churches and museums in the old centre. A practical base for exploring architecture, performances and street life.
Black-eyed pea fritters fried in dendê oil and split for vatapá, salad and dried shrimp. A Bahian street-food icon tied to Afro-Brazilian tradition.
Creamy paste of bread, dried shrimp, coconut milk, peanuts, cashews and dendê oil. A rich Afro-Bahian staple often served with seafood.
Spiced seafood stew with fish or shellfish, coconut milk, peppers and dendê oil. One of Bahia’s best-known dishes, rooted in coastal cookery.
Refined Bahian restaurant in Rio Vermelho, known for moquecas and seafood rice in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Simple, well-known venue for acarajé and other Bahian snacks, offering a classic street-food experience in a seated setting.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for classic Bahian dishes such as vatapá, moqueca and acarajé, with a lively local feel.
Moderate for Brazil. Guesthouses, casual meals and buses are affordable, while beachfront hotels and tourist areas cost more than many inland Brazilian cities.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra is optional. Round up taxi fares if service is good. Tipping in cafés is not expected but small change is appreciated.
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Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador -> Estação da Lapa, Salvador
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There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 1h 24m.



Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Recife, PE to Salvador by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salvador, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Recife, PE to Salvador buses use the Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP to Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Recife, PE and Salvador bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP is 11 km from Recife city centre. Public transport options include:
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with multiple options and snack stands
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP.
Available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário is 4 km from Salvador city centre. Public transport options include:
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various local and fast food options
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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