Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

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Best Options

 
$84
 
 
$203

Other Options

Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador Schedule

Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA398300:50 - 02:50BRL 561
Aguia Branca Standard AC 07:00 - 15:05BRL 970
GOL Economy #G3202809:45 - 11:50BRL 572
GOL Economy #G3202411:25 - 13:35BRL 572
Aguia Branca Sleeper Double Decker 12:50 - 20:25BRL 1,035
GOL Economy #G3194621:00 - 23:15BRL 1,537

Transportation from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

Facts about the transport from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

Cheapest Transport$84
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure12:50 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance1579 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAguia Branca, GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Popular Routes

From Rio de Janeiro state

To Rio de Janeiro state

From Salvador

To Salvador

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How to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

When you want to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 202.32. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 83.45.

How far is Rio de Janeiro state from Salvador?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador. Your trip will be a total of 982 miles (1579 km). The flying distance is 1058 miles (1701 km).

How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador?

The travel time from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 32 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador?

The cost of the trip from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Aguia Branca: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 83.45 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 202.32.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador:

  • Bus tickets - USD 83.46 to USD 202.29;
  • Plane tickets - USD 109.65 to USD 161.64;

How many trips per day are there between Rio de Janeiro state and Salvador?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:25 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:50. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 109.65.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Buses

Taking a bus from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Rio de Janeiro state to Salvador? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.