How to get from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE

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What is the best way to travel from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE?

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Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
13h 32m
$28
$46
108
Flight
1h 15m
$61
$96
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Recife, PE from Salvador, BA?

You can get to Recife, PE with just $28 by taking a Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $28
Monday
from $37
Tuesday
from $30
Wednesday
from $32
Thursday
from $37
Friday
from $38
Saturday
from $37

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $28
  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 52m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:27 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $35
  • Gipsyy
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $37
  • FlixBus
    15h 15m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $37
  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $44
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    1h 25m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $61
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    12:15 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:35 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $66
  • Azul
    1h 15m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    7:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $66
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    11:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $86

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $30
  • Gipsyy
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $37
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    19h 14m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:44 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $32
  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Gipsyy
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $37
  • Expresso Guanabara
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $37
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $43
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $38
  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $46
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $50

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $37
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $46
  • Gipsyy
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    First Class
    $46
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    12:15 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:35 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    5:55 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    7:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    11:55 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    1h 25m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $159

What are the fastest trips from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE?

You can get to Recife, PE from Salvador, BA in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Azul. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 13h 52m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 15h 0m
Wednesday
from 13h 52m
Thursday
from 15h 0m
Friday
from 13h 32m
Saturday
from 1h 20m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 52m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:27 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $35
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    15h 15m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:15 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40
  • Expresso São Luiz
    15h 50m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:50 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso São Luiz
    Economy
    $61

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Azul
    1h 15m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    7:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $66
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    12:15 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:35 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $66
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    11:50 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $86
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    1h 20m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    4:20 PM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $130
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $37
  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $44
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48
  • Real Maia
    15h 28m
    0
    5:46 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:14 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Real Maia
    Economy
    $68
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40
  • Expresso Guanabara
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $30

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48
  • Catedral Turismo
    15h 20m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    7:20 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Catedral Turismo
    Economy
    $74
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $40

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $43
  • Catedral Turismo
    16h 25m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    2:10 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Catedral Turismo
    Economy
    $74
  • Gipsyy
    17h 11m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    6:41 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $37

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $38
  • Gipsyy
    13h 52m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    8:22 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    Business
    $40
  • Real Maia
    14h 21m
    0
    10:31 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    12:52 PM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Real Maia
    Economy
    $63
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $50

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    12:15 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:35 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    5:55 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    7:15 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Azul
    1h 20m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    11:55 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from $65
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    1h 25m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Salvador Airport
    Salvador Airport
    1:20 AM
    Recife Airport
    Recife Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from $159
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Expresso Guanabara
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Expresso Guanabara
    Business
    $37
  • Gipsyy
    13h 32m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    9:02 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Gipsyy
    First Class
    $46
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    15h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    15h 50m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    1:35 AM
    Recife, PE
    Central Bus Station (TIP)
    0
    FlixBus
    Basic
    $46
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE

What are the most popular stations in Salvador, BA and Recife, PE?

In Salvador, BA, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Corredor Exclusivo De Ônibus Salvador Bus Stop or Centro Empresarial Iguatemi, while in Recife, PE you will be arriving at Central Bus Station (TIP), Dantas Barreto or São José, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Recife, PE from Salvador, BA? With 6 connections between 12 Bus, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Salvador, BA and Recife, PE, you can pay as low as $28 with a Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Azul: you will get to Recife, PE in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Salvador, BA and Recife, PE are Itapemirim Suzantur, Expresso Guanabara and Gipsyy, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Salvador, BA and Recife, PE is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Vera Cruz, BA or to Olinda, and look at flights from Salvador Airport, and landing at Recife Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE?

The most popular companies between Salvador, BA and Recife, PE, are Itapemirim Suzantur, Expresso Guanabara and Gipsyy. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Itapemirim Suzantur, Expresso Guanabara, Gipsyy and 4 more.

Airlines: Azul and Gol Linhas Aéreas

All you need to know when you travel from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE

How can I reach Recife, PE from Salvador, BA?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Recife, PE from Salvador, BA.

How far is Recife, PE from Salvador, BA?

The distance between Salvador, BA and Recife, PE is 419.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Salvador, BA and Recife, PE?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 115 kgs, and a flight 166 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE?

You can get to Recife, PE with just $28 by taking a Bus from Itapemirim Suzantur.

What is the fastest way to get from Salvador, BA to Recife, PE?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Recife, PE in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Azul.

More routes to Salvador, BA and to Recife, PE

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Salvador, BA and to Recife, PE. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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