Bus from São Paulo to Salvador: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from São Paulo to Salvador on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de SalvadorCheapest
GontijoBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de SalvadorFastest
Arte Transportes GteBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de SalvadorNo tags
Rápido FederalBus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de SalvadorNo tags
Real Expresso + Rápido Federal
Bus
Rodoviária do Tietê
Terminal Rodoviário de SalvadorNo tags

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Get from São Paulo to Salvador

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, and with fares starting at just R 810, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
2d Average duration
1454 kmDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from São Paulo to Salvador by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from São Paulo to Salvador?

    The cheapest bus tickets from São Paulo to Salvador start at R 810. The average price for this route is around R 2 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from São Paulo to Salvador?

    The average bus journey time from São Paulo to Salvador is 2d , covering a distance of 1454 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Expresso União.

  3. Which bus companies service the São Paulo to Salvador route?

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

    The earliest bus departs from São Paulo to Salvador at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from São Paulo to Salvador?

    A bus trip from São Paulo to Salvador produces an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from São Paulo to Salvador?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Cometa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 761 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from São Paulo to Salvador?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 São Paulo to Salvador?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from São Paulo to Salvador?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transportes Santa Maria, 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
R 1 348
01/12
R 2 444
Today
R 1 509
03/12
R 1 266
04/12
R 1 152
05/12
R 1 155
06/12
R 1 513
07/12
R 1 509
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from São Paulo to Salvador was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 152

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 152 to R 3 895 for a bus ticket from São Paulo to Salvador based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 152, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Rápido Federal 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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