The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salvador to Petrolina
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salvador to Petrolina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salvador to Petrolina will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 buses that leave Salvador for Petrolina every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 453 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Salvador to Petrolina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Petrolina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 8h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 453 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £414 Average Price |
8h 40m Average total duration Fastest 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salvador to Petrolina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Petrolina coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h00 | 08:00 Petrolina, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h00 | 09:00 Petrolina, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h30 | 19:00 Petrolina, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salvador to Petrolina
Buses from Salvador to Petrolina run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 453 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 453 km |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Águia Branca, Rapido Federal from Salvador to PetrolinaYou can travel by bus between Salvador to Petrolina with Águia Branca, Rapido Federal for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Águia Branca
Rapido Federal
FAQs: Salvador to Petrolina coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salvador to Petrolina 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 Petrolina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Águia Branca
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
- Rapido Federal
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- Águia Branca
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Rapido Federal
- One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
- Águia Branca
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Rapido Federal
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Águia Branca
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
- Rapido Federal
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salvador and Petrolina
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court with various local and fast food options
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Several urban bus lines
- Metro: Rodoviária Station (Line 2)
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Small food court and snack vendors
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public restrooms available
- Bus lines 001, 002, 003
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