A good way to travel this route is with Aguiar buses. The company offers 3 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 258 and the shortest trip taking about 316. Aguiar gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the temperature. Boa Esperanca ticket prices on this trip start at R 268
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. REAL MAIA ticket prices on this trip start at R 218
Based on 464 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Expresso Guanabara ticket prices on this trip start at R 262
Based on 3 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the temperature. JAMJOY ticket prices on this trip start at R 293
Crisbell offers 2 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at R 295. The quickest ride takes around 270. Crisbell offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Viação Ouro e Prata ticket prices on this trip start at R 266
Liderança Turismo offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at R 235. The quickest ride takes around 295. Liderança Turismo offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Expresso Forte offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at R 403. The quickest ride takes around 271. Expresso Forte offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Araujo Transportes offers 2 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at R 287. The quickest ride takes around 245. Araujo Transportes offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the timeliness. Satélite Norte ticket prices on this trip start at R 339
Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Luís, BR to Santa Ines by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from São Luís to Santa Ines?
The cheapest bus tickets from São Luís to Santa Ines start at R 218. The average price for this route is around R 302. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from São Luís to Santa Ines?
The average bus journey time from São Luís to Santa Ines is 4h 46m, covering a distance of 177 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 1m and is operated by Boa Esperanca.
Which bus companies service the São Luís to Santa Ines route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from São Luís to Santa Ines?
The earliest bus departs from São Luís to Santa Ines at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Luís to Santa Ines?
A bus trip from São Luís to Santa Ines produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from São Luís to Santa Ines?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expresso Guanabara, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 461 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Luís to Santa Ines?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Satélite Norte has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from São Luís to Santa Ines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is REAL MAIA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Luís to Santa Ines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Boa Esperanca, 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.
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The cheapest trip from São Luís, BR to Santa Ines was searched and found on 06 Feb 2026 with a price of R 182
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from São Luís, BR to Santa Ines as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 182 to R 961 for a bus ticket from São Luís, BR to Santa Ines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 182, which is on 2026-02-06.
Usually Aguiar will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.