How much is the bus ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest bus tickets from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro start from $69. The average price for this route is around $132. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

The average bus trip duration from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 752 miles (1212 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Salvador to Rio de Janeiro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Águia Branca , Itapemirim , BUSX , Viação Cidade Sol , Rápido Federal , Rota Transportes , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

The earliest bus departs from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:31pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

A bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Águia Branca , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 551 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rápido Federal , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

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

Bus Salvador to Rio de Janeiro from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	4:40pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	10:40pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	1:15pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Itapemirim + Viação Rio Doce	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 12h	10:00pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	10:40pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	1:15pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	10:40pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	1:15pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 6h	2:15pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 3h	12:10pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 12h	10:30pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Itapemirim + Viação Rio Doce	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 8h	6:30pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 3h	12:40pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Aguia Branca + Gontijo	Bus	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 11h	4:57pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	10:40pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	1:15pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
Aguia Branca + Viação Rio Doce	Bus	5:30am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 16h	10:00pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures for Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35pm	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	10:40pm	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	1:15pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	7:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 10h	5:35pm	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	7:30pm	Novo Rio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:34 PM -03.

Get from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

752 milesDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Salvador and Rio de Janeiro?

Stops in Salvador

A
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 4362 - Pernambués, Salvador - BA, 41800-700, Brazil
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Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A
Novo Rio
Avenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
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C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil

Compare bus companies

Águia Branca

4/5552 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.6

According to 18 reviews, Águia Branca received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the temperature. Águia Branca ticket prices on this trip start at $71

Águia Branca Salvador Rio de Janeiro recent customer reviews

The internet was nonexistent. Also a child was allowed to ride free which created a cramped and confusing environment. The bus was supposed to arrive at 2:30 it arrived at 4:30.

Herbert F.

February 20, 2019

Great experience

Etay Kfir O.

February 24, 2023

The bus was really uncomfortable.

Ben G.

February 28, 2020

Itapemirim

3.5/5190 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.2

BUSX

3.5/55 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

Viação Cidade Sol

3.5/561 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.5

Rápido Federal

4/5700 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi0.5

Rota Transportes

4/5166 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi1.9

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro start from $69. The average price for this route is around $132. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus trip duration from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 752 miles (1212 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salvador to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Águia Branca, Itapemirim, BUSX, Viação Cidade Sol, Rápido Federal, Rota Transportes, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:31pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Águia Branca, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 551 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rápido Federal, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rota Transportes, 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

11/30

$97

12/01

$88

Today

$88

12/03

$88

12/04

$48

12/05

$48

12/06

$88

12/07

$88

The cheapest trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $148 for a bus ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Águia Branca 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.