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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 Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or Rápido Federal for the next days.
today
from $83
tomorrow
from $83
Sunday
from $72
Monday
from $84
Tuesday
from $81
Wednesday
from $67
Thursday
from $83

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • 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
    $83
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • 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
    $92
  • 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
    $97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      37h 4m
      0
      7:17 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      2:57 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Basic
      $27
      • Waiting Time 6h 58m
    • Gontijo
      22h 26m
      0
      9:55 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      8:21 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 5h 9m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • 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
    Basic
    $83
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • BusX
    32h 40m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    0
    BusX
    Basic
    $88
  • Rápido Federal
    50h 40m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Rápido Federal
    Premium Economy
    $99
  • 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
    $109
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Brazil
      37h 4m
      0
      7:17 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      2:57 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Brazil
      Basic
      $27
      • Waiting Time 6h 58m
    • Gontijo
      22h 26m
      0
      9:55 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      8:21 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 5h 9m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $72
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $72
  • 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
    $83
  • 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
    $92
  • 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
    $94

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $84
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $91
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      41h 50m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      9:45 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Basic
      $19
      • Waiting Time 11h 15m
    • DeÔnibus
      22h 30m
      0
      9:00 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Economy
      $48
    Travel time is 9h 55m longer, but you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • 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
    $81
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $84
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $84
  • 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
    $84
  • 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
    $97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • DeÔnibus
      41h 50m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      9:45 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Basic
      $19
      • Waiting Time 11h 15m
    • DeÔnibus
      22h 30m
      0
      9:00 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      7:30 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      DeÔnibus
      Economy
      $48
    Travel time is 9h 55m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Basic
    $67
  • 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
    $81
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $84
  • 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
    $84
  • 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
    $92

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $83
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    28h 10m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $84
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 5m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:40 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $87
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:25 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      41h 56m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Basic
      $20
      • Waiting Time 11h 13m
    • Gontijo
      22h 28m
      0
      9:08 AM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      7:36 AM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $46
    Travel time is 13h 46m longer, but you will save $18

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.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 40 daily buses from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 32 daily coaches between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 157 buses from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Salvador, BA and Rio de Janeiro, with 90 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal that travel 35 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 $67!

Cheapest Bus $67
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 1:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 35 Ø
Distance 753.4 miles
Bus Companies Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur, Rápido Federal, Viação Kaissara Suzantur and BusX

Cheapest bus connections from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Every day, 35 buses from 5 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 05/16/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
Tuesday 05/13
Wednesday 05/14
Thursday 05/15
Friday 05/16
$95
Saturday 05/17
$95
Sunday 05/18
$90
Monday 05/19
$90
Tuesday 05/20
$90
Wednesday 05/21
$90
Thursday 05/22
$90
Friday 05/23
$90
Saturday 05/24
$90
Sunday 05/25
$90
Monday 05/26
$90
Tuesday 05/27
$90
Wednesday 05/28
$90
Thursday 05/29
$90
Friday 05/30
$90
Saturday 05/31
$84
Sunday 06/01
$88
Monday 06/02
$90
Tuesday 06/03
$88
Wednesday 06/04
$84
Thursday 06/05
$84
Friday 06/06
$84
Saturday 06/07

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 $67, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $84.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro, with $67. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $72.

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.

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 $67
Fastest Bus 31h 55m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Last Bus 1:35 PM
Daily Connections 23 Ø
Found on 5/16/2025

Itapemirim Suzantur from Salvador, BA to Rio de Janeiro

Itapemirim Suzantur

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

Cheapest Price $83
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 10:00 AM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 5/16/2025

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 $99
Fastest Bus 50h 25m
Earliest Bus 9:00 AM
Last Bus 9:00 AM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 5/16/2025

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.

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 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 $67 and takes 31h 55m 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 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $67 and $182. 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 35 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 $84. 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 1:35 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 Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal. 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: Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Rápido Federal.

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.

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