Bus tickets Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA from £40

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA from various bus operators like Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce or Viação Nacional for the next days.

today
£43
tomorrow
£51
Sunday
£44
Monday
£46
Tuesday
£43
Wednesday
£42
Thursday
£44

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £43
Gontijo 25h 41m 16:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 18:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £48
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £66
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £75

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 24h 45m 17:50 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 18:35 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £51
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £56
Gontijo 27h 0m 09:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:00 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £61
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £75

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 24h 5m 16:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:25 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £44
Gontijo 23h 25m 20:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 19:35 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £47
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £50
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £75
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      23h 43m
      0
      13:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:10
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Basic
      £38
      • Waiting Time 0h 33m
    • Rota Transportes
      1h 0m
      0
      11:43
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      12:43
      Ilhéus, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Rota Transportes
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 0h 48m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £46
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £58
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £75
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      23h 43m
      0
      13:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:10
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Basic
      £38
      • Waiting Time 0h 33m
    • Rota Transportes
      1h 0m
      0
      11:43
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      12:43
      Ilhéus, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Rota Transportes
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 0h 48m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £43
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £50

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £42
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £44
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £71

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Viação Nacional 22h 55m 14:00 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 12:55 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £44
Gontijo 23h 26m 16:45 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 16:11 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Economy £50
Viação Rio Doce 29h 0m 10:30 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio 15:30 Ilhéus, BA Coach Station  Basic £75
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      23h 43m
      0
      13:00
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station Novo Rio
      11:10
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Basic
      £38
      • Waiting Time 0h 33m
    • Rota Transportes
      1h 0m
      0
      11:43
      Itabuna, BA
      Coach Station
      12:43
      Ilhéus, BA
      Coach Station
      0
      Rota Transportes
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 0h 48m longer, but you will save £4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA is £40 on 05/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 58 coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA, with 5 offers.

Facts about coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Compare all providers like Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce and Viação Nacional that travel 11 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA starting from £40!

Cheapest Bus £40
Fastest Bus 22h 55m
Earliest Coach 10:30
Latest Coach 16:45
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 1,004.0 km
Coach Companies Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce and Viação Nacional

Cheapest coach connections from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Every day, 11 buses from 3 coach companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Ilhéus, BA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
Thursday 19/03
Friday 20/03
£43
Saturday 21/03
£51
Sunday 22/03
£44
Monday 23/03
£58
Tuesday 24/03
£46
Wednesday 25/03
£42
Thursday 26/03
£44
Friday 27/03
£43
Saturday 28/03
£45
Sunday 29/03
£44
Monday 30/03
£45
Tuesday 31/03
£44
Wednesday 01/04
£44
Thursday 02/04
£44
Friday 03/04
£42
Saturday 04/04
£42
Sunday 05/04
£40
Monday 06/04
£50
Tuesday 07/04
£44
Wednesday 08/04
£42
Thursday 09/04
£43
Friday 10/04
£42
Saturday 11/04
£42
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £40, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £44.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA, with £42. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £61.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

These are the most booked bus companies between Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA from our users.

Viação Nacional from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Viação Nacional

Here you will find the key facts about the Viação Nacional bus route Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA:

Cheapest Price £42
Fastest Coach 22h 55m
Earliest Coach 14:00
Last Coach 14:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 20/03/2026

Gontijo from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Gontijo

Here you will find the key facts about the Gontijo bus route Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA:

Cheapest Price £43
Fastest Coach 23h 25m
Earliest Coach 16:30
Last Coach 16:45
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 20/03/2026

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA? Or which bus companies serve the route Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro - Ilhéus, BA coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Rio de Janeiro - Ilhéus, BA bus trip is available from £40 and takes 22h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA?

The connection Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £40 to £78. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Rio de Janeiro - Ilhéus, BA route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ilhéus, BA from Rio de Janeiro take?

The quickest coach from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA is provided by Viação Nacional and takes 22h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £66. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA?

The earliest bus to Ilhéus, BA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 10:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA?

The latest bus to Ilhéus, BA departs from Rio de Janeiro at 16:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Rio de Janeiro - Ilhéus, BA route?

Passengers looking to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA can travel with Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce and Viação Nacional. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Gontijo, Viação Rio Doce and Viação Nacional.

What can I take with me on the bus to Ilhéus, BA from Rio de Janeiro?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Rio de Janeiro Ilhéus, BA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Rio de Janeiro Ilhéus, BA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Rio de Janeiro and Ilhéus, BA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Ilhéus, BA

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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