Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus with Itapemirim

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  • Águia Branca
    13:3531h45
    Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário
    21:20Rio de Janeiro
    £901One-way
    0 changes
  • Águia Branca
    9:1533h05
    Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário
    18:20Rio de Janeiro
    £931One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and flight for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

The cheapest option from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is coach, with an average price of £65. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 1211 km

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£65

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£244

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32h 33m

Average total duration

32h 3m

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5h 29m

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2h 29m

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Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus times

The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ coaches for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Águia Branca9:15 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário
33h05
18:20 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect
Águia Branca13:35 Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário
31h45
21:20 Rio de Janeiro0 changesdirect

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Itapemirim as well as Águia Branca or FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil offer coaches services from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

Why book with Omio vs Itapemirim?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itapemirim, but also compare tickets for the likes of Águia Branca or FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil to find the best option for your trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Águia Branca or FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil to find the best option for your trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, including 3 direct buses, taking around 32h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 1211 km distance in 30h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
1211 km
Average bus duration
32h 3m
Lowest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
30h 55m
First bus
6:30
Last bus
18:45
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Itapemirim, Águia Branca, FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJYou can travel by bus between Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Itapemirim, Águia Branca, FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Águia Branca

About
Águia Branca is a prominent Brazilian bus company, established in 1946, offering extensive road transportation services across Brazil. It operates over 201 daily departures, connecting major cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Salvador, and serving more than 700 destinations across several states including Espírito Santo, Bahia, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. The company is part of the larger Grupo Águia Branca, which also includes logistics and vehicle sales divisions. Águia Branca is known for its focus on comfort and safety, with various bus types such as Conventional, Executivo, Plus Service, and Double Leito, some offering amenities like Wi-Fi, USB outlets, and air conditioning.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31h 45m
Cheapest Price
£59
Águia Branca frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate

Itapemirim

About
Itapemirim was a Brazilian passenger road transport company founded on July 4, 1953, in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. It grew to become the largest road passenger transport business in Brazil and Latin America, at one point dominating 70% of Brazilian territory with 1,700 buses and operating in 10 countries. The company was known for its focus on passenger comfort, reliability, and punctuality. However, Itapemirim faced significant financial difficulties and controversies, including the diversion of funds to create an airline, ITA Transportes Aéreos, which operated for only six months in 2021. The company was declared bankrupt on September 21, 2022. Currently, the bus lines are being operated under a lease agreement by Suzantur, as Nova Itapemirim.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32h 40m
Cheapest Price
£46
Itapemirim frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents

FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30h 55m
Cheapest Price
£21
FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 6:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 18:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Itapemirim, Águia Branca. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, you can count on Itapemirim, Águia Branca, FlixBus operado por FlixBus Brasil for the best way to get you to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, RJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rio de Janeiro, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Águia Branca
    • Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
  • Itapemirim
    • Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ for coach company Itapemirim, Águia Branca.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Águia Branca.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Águia Branca
    • One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
  • Itapemirim
    • One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ:
  • Águia Branca
    • Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
  • Itapemirim
    • Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. The following conditions apply:
  • Águia Branca
    • Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
  • Itapemirim
    • Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Itapemirim, Águia Branca
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Itapemirim, Águia Branca.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with the following coach company: Itapemirim, Águia Branca.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Most Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ buses use the Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário to Rio de Janeiro, Rodoviária Novo Rio station pair. Use this guide to compare Salvador and Rio de Janeiro, RJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Salvador
Arrival bus stations in Rio de Janeiro

Which Salvador station do buses to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from?

Buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leave from Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário. The station is 5 km from Salvador city centre at Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 4362 - Pernambués, Salvador - BA, 41800-700, Brazil.
Salvador, Terminal RodoviárioAv. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 4362 - Pernambués, Salvador - BA, 41800-700, Brazil+55 71 3616-8300WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário from Salvador city centre

Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário is 4 km from Salvador city centre. Public transport options include:

BusSeveral urban bus lines
MetroRodoviária Station (Line 2)

Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services

Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Food court with various local and fast food options

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.

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