Bus from Salvador to João Pessoa: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Salvador to João Pessoa on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Viação ProgressoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaCheapest
FlixBusBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaFastest
FlixBusBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaNo tags
Viação ProgressoBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaNo tags
Expresso São Luiz PXBus
Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador
Terminal Rodoviário de João PessoaNo tags

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Get from Salvador to João Pessoa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
18h 16mAverage duration
472 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Salvador to João Pessoa

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Salvador to João Pessoa start from £24. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    The average bus journey time from Salvador to João Pessoa is 18h 16m, covering a distance of 472 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Expresso São Luiz.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salvador to João Pessoa route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from CATEDRAL, FlixBus, Expresso São Luiz, Rota Transportes, Progresso Recife, BUSX, Autoviação Progresso.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    The earliest bus departs from Salvador to João Pessoa at 03:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    A bus journey from Salvador to João Pessoa produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rota Transportes, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 166 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Salvador to João Pessoa?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salvador to João Pessoa?

    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
30/11
£29
01/12
£30
Today
£35
03/12
£31
04/12
£35
05/12
£31
06/12
£35
07/12
£35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salvador to João Pessoa was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £29

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

You can expect to pay from £29 to £69 for a bus ticket from Salvador to João Pessoa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Expresso São Luiz 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.

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