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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro from various bus operators like Águia Branca, Rápido Federal or Itapemirim Suzantur for the next days.
today
from $58
tomorrow
from $54
Tuesday
from $54
Wednesday
from $54
Thursday
from $54
Friday
from $58
Saturday
from $54

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    51h 20m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $71
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $71
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    29h 15m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $72
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 5h 30m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $70
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    33h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $70
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Águia Branca
    31h 35m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:05 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Basic
    $54
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    33h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $69
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    28h 10m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    11:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 6h 35m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $71
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $71
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    33h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $72
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Águia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Águia Branca
    31h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Águia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Business
    $58
  • Rápido Federal
    55h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Basic
    $58
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    33h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Basic
    $69
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Governador Valadares, MG, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      34h 45m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      1:25 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Premium Economy
      $27
    • Waiting Time 4h 35m
    • Buser
      12h 15m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Governador Valadares, MG
      Av. JK, 963 Bus Stop
      6:15 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Afonso Pena
      0
      Buser
      Premium Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $10

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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 47 daily buses from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 35 daily coaches between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 211 buses from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Compare all providers like Águia Branca, Rápido Federal and Itapemirim Suzantur that travel 38 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 $44!

Cheapest Bus $44
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 1:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 38 Ø
Distance 753.4 miles
Bus Companies Águia Branca, Rápido Federal, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação Kaissara Suzantur

Cheapest bus connections from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 38 buses from 4 bus 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 11/03/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/03
$80
Monday 11/04
$76
Tuesday 11/05
$74
Wednesday 11/06
$56
Thursday 11/07
$55
Friday 11/08
$76
Saturday 11/09
$55
Sunday 11/10
$76
Monday 11/11
$56
Tuesday 11/12
$56
Wednesday 11/13
$56
Thursday 11/14
$56
Friday 11/15
$72
Saturday 11/16
$49
Sunday 11/17
$74
Monday 11/18
$49
Tuesday 11/19
$49
Wednesday 11/20
$49
Thursday 11/21
$48
Friday 11/22
$72
Saturday 11/23
$48
Sunday 11/24
$72
Monday 11/25
$48
Tuesday 11/26
$48
Wednesday 11/27
$48
Thursday 11/28
$49
Friday 11/29
$58
Saturday 11/30

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 $44, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $58.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, with $44. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $54.

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 buses 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.

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

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Salvador, BA and 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 buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $44 and takes 9h 30m to reach Rio de Janeiro. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $44 and $175. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rio de Janeiro.

On average, how many connections are available from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro each day?

Every day, the Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro bus route is served by approximately 38 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro is offered by Itapemirim Suzantur and takes 28h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $71. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Rio de Janeiro from Salvador, BA starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

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

The latest bus trip departing from Salvador, BA for Rio de Janeiro starts at 1:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Salvador, BA Rio de Janeiro route?

When traveling by bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, passengers can travel with Águia Branca, Rápido Federal and Itapemirim Suzantur. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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: Águia Branca, Rápido Federal and Itapemirim Suzantur.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Salvador, BA Rio de Janeiro bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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.

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.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

More bus routes to Salvador, BA and to Rio de Janeiro

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Salvador, BA and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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