Rio de Janeiro to Salvador Trip Overview
Distance 1209 km (755.6 miles) | |
Price range US$ 80-US$ 1,165 | |
Ride Duration Range 1h 55m-1d 12h | |
Earliest Departure 05:00 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador
Fastest bus: 1d 7h 15m
Cheapest bus: US$ 80

About the ride from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador Route Information
The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Salvador is 756 miles, or approximately 1209 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, including bus,car,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 05:00 and has a duration of 7 hours 30 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 1 hour 55 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 80
- 34 departures a day, or 238 departures a week
There are 5 travel classes for this journey, including: Cama Ejecutivo, Semicama, Premium Sleeping, Standard and Executive.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador by car
- Starting Price: US$ 1,165
- 118 departures a day, or 826 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Rio de Janeiro to Salvador by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 170
- 18 departures a day, or 126 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador
Popular stations and stops in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador
Departure stations in Rio de Janeiro
Arrival stations in Salvador
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