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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro from various bus operators like Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or Rápido Federal for the next days.

today
£56
tomorrow
£48
Tuesday
£48
Wednesday
£48
Thursday
£48
Friday
£48
Saturday
£48

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £56
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £66
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £82

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £56
Rápido Federal 52h 15m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £66

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65
Rápido Federal 52h 15m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £56
Rápido Federal 52h 15m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £66

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £56
Rápido Federal 52h 15m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 13:15 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £56
Rápido Federal 51h 10m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 12:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Aguia Branca 33h 10m 07:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 16:10 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Aguia Branca 31h 45m 13:35 Salvador, BA Bus Station 21:20 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £48
Itapemirim Suzantur 32h 40m 10:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 18:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Basic £56
Rápido Federal 51h 40m 09:00 Salvador, BA Bus Station 12:40 Rio de Janeiro Bus Station Novo Rio  Premium Economy £65

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro is £48 on 27/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

See here how frequent the connections between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily coaches from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 106 coaches from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro, with 34 offers.

Facts about coaches from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Compare all providers like Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal that travel 20 times every day by bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro in one click! Book your bus ticket from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro starting from £48!

Cheapest Bus £48
Fastest Bus 31h 45m
Earliest Coach 07:00
Latest Coach 13:35
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 1,212.0 km
Coach Companies Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal

Cheapest coach connections from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 20 buses from 3 coach companies leave Salvador, BA for Rio de Janeiro: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2026 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
Saturday 21/03
Sunday 22/03
£56
Monday 23/03
£48
Tuesday 24/03
£48
Wednesday 25/03
£56
Thursday 26/03
£48
Friday 27/03
£48
Saturday 28/03
£48
Sunday 29/03
£48
Monday 30/03
£48
Tuesday 31/03
£56
Wednesday 01/04
£53
Thursday 02/04
£71
Friday 03/04
£67
Saturday 04/04
£65
Sunday 05/04
£71
Monday 06/04
£65
Tuesday 07/04
£56
Wednesday 08/04
£65
Thursday 09/04
£56
Friday 10/04
£56
Saturday 11/04
£56
Sunday 12/04

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £48, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £48.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, with £48. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £48.

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

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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

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

Aguia Branca from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Aguia Branca

Here you will find the key facts about the Aguia Branca bus route Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price £48
Fastest Coach 31h 45m
Earliest Coach 07:00
Last Coach 13:35
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 22/03/2026

Rápido Federal from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Rápido Federal

Here you will find the key facts about the Rápido Federal bus route Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro:

Cheapest Price £65
Fastest Coach 51h 10m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Last Coach 09:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 22/03/2026

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

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

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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro? Compare all modes of transports from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro.

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

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

FAQs about the Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Salvador, BA - Rio de Janeiro bus trip is available from £48 and takes 33h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £48 to £121. 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 Salvador, BA - Rio de Janeiro route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro is provided by Aguia Branca and takes 31h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £82. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Salvador, BA at 07:00. 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro?

The latest bus to Rio de Janeiro departs from Salvador, BA at 13:35. 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 Salvador, BA - Rio de Janeiro route?

Passengers looking to travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro can travel with Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

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

You can check all the direct connections between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal.

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

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 Salvador, BA Rio de Janeiro 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 Salvador, BA Rio de Janeiro 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro on your planned travel date.

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

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 20 daily trips between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro. 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices and availability for 20 trips between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro 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 Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Basic
Basic

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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