How much does a bus ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro cost?

The bus ticket price from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro starts at R 1 217. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

The average travel time between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1212 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro?

The number of buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?

When taking the bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Águia Branca, Itapemirim, BUSX.

Bus Salvador to Rio de Janeiro from R 1 390 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	19:30	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Aguia Branca + Gontijo	Bus	19:18	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	04:18	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:30	Novo Rio	No tags
Aguia Branca + Viação Rio Doce	Bus	05:30	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 16h	22:00	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	19:30	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Aguia Branca + Gontijo	Bus	19:18	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	04:18	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 11h	20:40	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:30	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:40	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:35	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	22:40	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Aguia Branca + Gontijo	Bus	19:16	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	04:18	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	Cheapest
	Bus	13:35	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	22:40	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 4h	13:15	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:30	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 6h	14:15	Novo Rio	CheapestFastest
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 3h	12:10	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	16:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 9h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Next departures from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 3h	12:40	Novo Rio	Cheapest
Itapemirim + Viação Rio Doce	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 8h	18:30	Novo Rio	Fastest
Rápido Federal + UTIL	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 3h	12:40	Novo Rio	No tags
Rápido Federal + Real Expresso	Bus	09:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	2d 10h	19:30	Novo Rio	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador	1d 12h	22:30	Novo Rio	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:47 PM -03.

Get from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1212 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Águia Branca

4/5546 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi1.5

According to 18 reviews, Águia Branca received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers 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 R 1 217

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.

20 February 2019

Great experience

Etay Kfir O.

24 February 2023

The bus was really uncomfortable.

Ben G.

28 February 2020

Itapemirim

3.5/5186 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

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

4/5695 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi0.5

Rota Transportes

4/5166 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi1.9

FlixBus

3.5/511 325 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Gontijo

3/5131 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi0.9

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

Stops in Salvador

A - Terminal Rodoviário de Salvador

Stops in Rio de Janeiro

A - Novo Rio

B - Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim

C - Rodoviária

D - Av. Pedro Calmon

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

How much does a bus ticket from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro cost?
The bus ticket price from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro starts at R 1 217. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
The average travel time between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1212 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro?
The number of buses from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro?
When taking the bus from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro, you can travel comfortably and safely with Águia Branca, Itapemirim, BUSX.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

R 1 560

14/11

R 1 558

Today

R 1 559

16/11

R 1 557

17/11

R 1 396

18/11

R 1 396

19/11

R 2 201

20/11

R 1 640

The cheapest trip from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 396

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 R 1 396 to R 3 355 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 R 1 396, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.