The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
Of the 3 buses that leave Salvador for Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 1211 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 9 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 1211 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£76 Average Price Cheapest | £217 Average Price |
34h 7m Average total duration 33h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:35 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 33h05 | 01:40 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 10:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 33h30 | 19:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 33h30 | 22:30 Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 33h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 1211 km distance in 33h 5m.
Distance 1211 km |
Average bus duration 33h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 33h 5m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 18:45 |
FAQs: Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ 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 Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 5.6 miles (9.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, RJ
- 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)
- 04:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Paid parking available on-site
- Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
- Available at designated taxi stand outside main entrance
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Multiple city bus lines
- Metro: Central Station (nearby)
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