Bus from Salvador to Fortaleza: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Salvador to Fortaleza on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Rodoviária de FortalezaCheapest
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Rodoviária de FortalezaFastest
Expresso GuanabaraBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags
Rota Transportes + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags
Viação Cidade Sol + Expresso Guanabara
Bus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Rodoviária de FortalezaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:36 AM -03.

Get from Salvador to Fortaleza

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
1018 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salvador to Fortaleza by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Salvador to Fortaleza start from $75. The average price for this route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    The average bus travel time from Salvador to Fortaleza is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1018 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 47m and is operated by Itapemirim.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salvador to Fortaleza route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Expresso Guanabara, CATEDRAL, Itapemirim, Viação Cidade Sol, Rota Transportes, Gontijo, Rápido Federal, JAMJOY, Progresso Recife, Aguia Flex, Expresso São Luiz, Águia Branca.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    The earliest bus departs from Salvador to Fortaleza at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    A bus trip from Salvador to Fortaleza generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Aguia Flex, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Aguia Flex has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is JAMJOY, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salvador to Fortaleza?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Aguia Flex, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-28
$96
11-29
$124
Today
$118
12-01
$94
12-02
$107
12-03
$111
12-04
$94
12-05
$124
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salvador to Fortaleza was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $94

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salvador to Fortaleza, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $94 to $154 for a bus ticket from Salvador to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2025-12-01.

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