- Must visit
Oficina Cerâmica Francisco Brennand
Museum dedicated to sculptor Francisco Brennand, set in a dramatic former brickworks with extensive ceramic works and gardens.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salvador to Recife, PE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salvador to Recife, PE will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 8 buses that leave Salvador for Recife, PE every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 676 km distance in an average of 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Recife, PE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 676 km
Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £263 Average Price |
14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration Fastest 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Recife, PE coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:30 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h10 | 8:40 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h30 | 13:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h30 | 13:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
![]() | 9:45 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h00 | 1:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 17h06 | 6:36 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h30 | 9:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h30 | 9:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h15 | 7:45 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 14h45 | 9:30 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h00 | 10:00 Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Salvador to Recife, PE run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 676 km distance in 13h 29m.
Distance 676 km |
Average bus duration 13h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 13h 29m |
First bus 3:35 |
Last bus 21:10 |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Recife, PE — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Recife, PE trip today.
Museum dedicated to sculptor Francisco Brennand, set in a dramatic former brickworks with extensive ceramic works and gardens.
Art museum inside a former sugar mill estate, presenting Francisco Brennand’s paintings, drawings and decorative work.
Science museum and interactive cultural centre on the port, known for exhibitions linking technology, creativity and the city.
Historic port district with colourful streets, plazas, museums and nightlife, ideal for walking and photographing colonial façades.
Popular urban beach lined with a seafront promenade, cycle path and broad ocean views, especially lively at sunset.
Central square framed by government buildings, gardens and the Santa Isabel Theatre, offering a calm stop in the old city.
A rich fish stew from Pernambuco made with fish, coconut milk, peppers and coriander. A coastal classic closely tied to Recife’s Afro-Indigenous cooking.
Slow-cooked beef stew with pumpkin, cassava, greens and spices. Traditional in Pernambuco and especially associated with festive family meals.
A comforting stew of broad beans with jerked beef or pork, often served with rice and farinha. Popular in Recife homes and regional restaurants.
Traditional north-eastern restaurant known for carne de sol, regional stews and hearty Pernambuco dishes in a casual setting.
Refined regional Brazilian cooking in a polished setting, with strong emphasis on north-eastern ingredients and seafood.
Well-known seafood restaurant with moquecas, grilled fish and shellfish, popular for relaxed meals in Boa Viagem.
Moderate by Brazilian beach-city standards. Hotels vary widely; local meals and buses are affordable, while seafront dining and peak-season stays cost more.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra tipping is optional. Round up in cafés if no service is added. Taxis do not expect tips, but rounding up the fare is appreciated.
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Estação Aeroporto -> Recife city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salvador to Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salvador to Recife, PE buses use the Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário to Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP station pair. Use this guide to compare Salvador and Recife, PE bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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