Recife to Salvador Bus

Recife to Salvador Salvador to Recife

Recife to Salvador Route Summary

Recife to Salvador bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 10 daily bus departures available, including 9 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Recife bus station at 06:30h, arriving at Salvador bus station at 23:59h the same day. While latest bus departs at 19:15h, arriving at 08:44h the same day.
Departure station and country Recife, Brazil
Arrival station and country Salvador, Brazil
Travel Distance 526 mi
Average Trip Duration 16h 19min
Total Departures 10
Popular Operators Catedral, Expresso Guanabara
Lowest Price $34
Transportation Options Bus



Getting from Recife and Salvador by bus

The shortest travel distance between Recife and Salvador is 526 mi. The fastest bus which departs at has a travel time of 13:29h. The longest travel time on the route is 19:10h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Salvador earlier, there are 9 night buses from Recife to Salvador. The overnight buses depart between 10:00 and 19:15 and arrive at the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Salvador:
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Bus companies operating the Recife to Salvador route

There is a total of 3 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Expresso Sao Luiz

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Recife or Salvador bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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  Recife

You can see information about the departure station and stops Recife here

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  Salvador

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Salvador here


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $34 (One-Way) or $68 (Return).

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