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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA from various bus operators like Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur or Viação UTIL for the next days.
today
from $79
tomorrow
from $49
Sunday
from $80
Monday
from $80
Tuesday
from $54
Wednesday
from $80
Thursday
from $79

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $79
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 50m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $81

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $49
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 50m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $49
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    $80
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Basic
    $84

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $81
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 50m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $81
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      37h 0m
      0
      4:55 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      3:31 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $45
      • Waiting Time 6h 59m
    • Aguia Branca
      7h 25m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      5:55 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Aguia Branca
      Basic
      $27
    Travel time is 5h 10m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $81
  • BusX
    33h 40m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Terminal Rodoviário Central do Brasil
    5:35 AM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    BusX
    Basic
    $86
  • Viação UTIL
    50h 25m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    6:55 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação UTIL
    Premium Economy
    $120
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      37h 0m
      0
      4:55 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      3:31 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $45
      • Waiting Time 6h 59m
    • Aguia Branca
      7h 25m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      5:55 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Aguia Branca
      Basic
      $27
    Travel time is 5h 10m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 50m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $54
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:25 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:25 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    32h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    5:25 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    3:15 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Basic
    $81
  • Aguia Branca
    32h 50m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    9:40 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $81
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA via Itabuna, BA, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Gontijo
      37h 0m
      0
      4:55 PM
      Rio de Janeiro
      Bus Station do Rio
      3:31 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Gontijo
      Economy
      $45
      • Waiting Time 6h 59m
    • Aguia Branca
      7h 25m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Itabuna, BA
      Bus Station
      5:55 AM
      Salvador, BA
      Bus Station
      0
      Aguia Branca
      Basic
      $27
    Travel time is 4h 45m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $79
  • Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Viação Kaissara Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    34h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    7:00 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Premium Economy
    $80
  • Aguia Branca
    31h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    2:50 PM
    Salvador, BA
    Bus Station
    0
    Aguia Branca
    Premium Economy
    $83

Frequency of bus connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA

See here how frequent the connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 37 daily coaches between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 145 buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA, with 4 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação UTIL that travel 38 times every day by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus $49
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 4:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 38 Ø
Distance 753.4 miles
Bus Companies Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur, Viação UTIL, Viação Kaissara Suzantur and BusX

Cheapest bus connections from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Every day, 38 buses from 5 bus companies leave Rio de Janeiro for Salvador, BA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/25/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
Wednesday 04/23
Thursday 04/24
Friday 04/25
$79
Saturday 04/26
$86
Sunday 04/27
$80
Monday 04/28
$81
Tuesday 04/29
$83
Wednesday 04/30
$80
Thursday 05/01
$84
Friday 05/02
$80
Saturday 05/03
$83
Sunday 05/04
$102
Monday 05/05
$84
Tuesday 05/06
$80
Wednesday 05/07
$80
Thursday 05/08
$80
Friday 05/09
$84
Saturday 05/10
$83
Sunday 05/11
$80
Monday 05/12
$80
Tuesday 05/13
$80
Wednesday 05/14
$80
Thursday 05/15
$83
Friday 05/16
$80
Saturday 05/17

The cheapest time to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $49, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $80.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, with $49. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $86.

How to save money travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA 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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, 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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

These are the most booked bus companies between Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA from our users.

Aguia Branca from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Aguia Branca

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

Cheapest Price $49
Fastest Bus 31h 50m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Last Bus 12:50 PM
Daily Connections 26 Ø
Found on 4/25/2025

Itapemirim Suzantur from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Itapemirim Suzantur

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

Cheapest Price $80
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 9:00 AM
Last Bus 9:00 AM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

Viação Kaissara Suzantur from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Viação Kaissara Suzantur

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

Cheapest Price $79
Fastest Bus 28h 10m
Earliest Bus 9:00 AM
Last Bus 9:00 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 4/25/2025

All bus stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA.

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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA? Compare all modes of transports from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA? Or which bus companies serve the route Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA bus

How much does a Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 31h 50m to reach Salvador, BA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $194. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Salvador, BA.

On average, how many connections are available from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA each day?

Every day, the Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA bus route is served by approximately 38 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA take?

The fastest bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA is offered by Viação Kaissara Suzantur and takes 28h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $81. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

The earliest bus arriving in Salvador, BA from Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA?

The latest bus trip departing from Rio de Janeiro for Salvador, BA starts at 4:30 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 Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA route?

When traveling by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA, passengers can travel with Aguia Branca, Itapemirim Suzantur and Viação UTIL. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA?

You can check all the direct connections between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, BA 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 Viação UTIL.

What can I take with me on the Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA 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 Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA 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 Rio de Janeiro Salvador, BA 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 Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, BA

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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