Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

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Best Options

 
$105
 
 
$169

Other Options

Rio de Janeiro to Salvador Schedule

Rio de Janeiro to Salvador Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA398300:30 - 02:30BRL 1,608
Azul Economy #AD902002:25 - 04:25BRL 1,858
GOL Economy #G3904904:05 - 06:05BRL 595
Aguia Branca Semi Sleeper 07:35 - 15:40BRL 517
Aguia Branca Semi Sleeper 09:30 - 17:35BRL 776
GOL Economy #G3194211:15 - 13:20BRL 1,015
GOL Economy #G3205812:05 - 14:10BRL 765
GOL Economy #G3177614:00 - 16:15BRL 781
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA450217:35 - 19:40BRL 1,424
GOL Economy #G3910019:00 - 21:05BRL 1,288
GOL Economy #G3194821:15 - 23:25BRL 610
GOL Economy #G3149922:00 - 00:05BRL 1,410

Transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Facts about the transport from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

Cheapest Transport$105
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure7:25 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day12
Distance1662 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAguia Branca, GOL, Itapemirim Suzantur, LATAM Airlines Group

Popular Routes

From Rio de Janeiro

To Rio de Janeiro

From Salvador

To Salvador

Popular Routes in Brazil

How to get from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador

When you want to get from Rio de Janeiro 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 168.48. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 104.65.

How far is Rio de Janeiro from Salvador?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador. Your trip will be a total of 1033 miles (1662 km). The flying distance is 1058 miles (1701 km).

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

The travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 34 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Rio de Janeiro 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 104.65 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 168.48.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 104.57 to USD 168.49;
  • Plane tickets - USD 143.04 to USD 154.09;

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

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

  • Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:25 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:50. There are 4 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 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 143.04.

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 to Salvador

GOL, LATAM Airlines Group

Buses

Taking a bus from Rio de Janeiro 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 to Salvador

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Rio de Janeiro 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.