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Museu de Arte Moderna da Bahia
Major modern and contemporary art museum in a bayside colonial complex, famous for exhibitions, sculpture garden, and sunset setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$104
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$107
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 d 14 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 d 15 h 14 m
Buses on Sep 19
9
Distance
1427 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Campinas to Salvador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Campinas to Salvador will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 buses from Campinas to Salvador, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 1427 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 14 h 18 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 d 16 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Campinas to Salvador among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $140 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $140, while a flight costs an average of $690.
Distance: 886 miles (1427 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price Cheapest | $690 Average price | $241 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41h 36m Average total duration 41h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Campinas to Salvador:
A bus is $550 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Campinas to Salvador costing on average $690.
Other travel options to Salvador take longer:
Bus takes on average 41h 6m.
Tickets start at around $140 compared to roughly $241 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $101. The journey takes 41h 6m versus 26h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by ARTE TRANSPORTES GTE, Catedral, TRANSITO LIVRE, Flixbus Brazil.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 41h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator ARCA TURISMO | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 39h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator ARCA TURISMO | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 28h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Gontijo | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:18AM | Duration 38h18 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 49h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator ARTE TRANSPORTES GTE | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 40h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Gontijo | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 38h33 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator ARTE TRANSPORTES GTE | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 38h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 39h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
The table below shows live departures for Campinas to Salvador buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 PM Campinas | 28h10 | 9:50 PM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo | 38h18 | 8:18 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo | 49h20 | 8:20 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Campinas | 40h45 | 12:00 PM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 PM Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo | 39h15 | 2:40 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo | 41h05 | 3:35 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Campinas | 41h05 | 3:35 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo | 39h25 | 5:30 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Campinas | 39h25 | 5:30 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Campinas to Salvador run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 886 miles (1427 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 886 miles (1427 km) |
Average bus duration 41h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Salvador — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salvador trip today.
Major modern and contemporary art museum in a bayside colonial complex, famous for exhibitions, sculpture garden, and sunset setting.
Important Afro-Brazilian museum with artifacts, ritual objects, and exhibitions on African heritage in Bahia and the wider diaspora.
Museum inside Barra Lighthouse covering navigation, charts, and colonial maritime history, with excellent coastal views.
UNESCO-listed historic district with pastel colonial buildings, churches, music, and museums; essential for Salvador's culture and architecture.
Popular beachfront neighborhood with promenade, lighthouse area, and sunset views; ideal for walking between sea, monuments, and city life.
Picturesque square with colorful façades and church frontage, one of the most photographed and atmospheric corners of Pelourinho.
Fried black-eyed pea fritter split and filled with vatapá, caruru, shrimp and salad. A Bahian Afro-Brazilian street food icon tied to Candomblé traditions.
Creamy breadless paste of bread, coconut milk, peanuts, cashews, palm oil and shrimp. It is a signature Bahian accompaniment with deep Afro-Brazilian roots.
Okra stew cooked with dried shrimp, palm oil and toasted nuts. Traditionally served with acarajé and linked to Bahian religious and festive cooking.
Refined Bahian restaurant by chef Tereza Paim, known for seafood moquecas and polished regional cuisine in an elegant setting near Rio Vermelho.
Legendary casual venue celebrated for one of Salvador’s most famous acarajé stands, serving classic Bahian street food in Rio Vermelho.
Upscale restaurant in the historic center serving creative Bahian dishes and seafood, with a stylish atmosphere and views near Pelourinho.
Moderate for Brazil. Hotels in tourist areas can be pricey, but local food, buses and ride-hailing are affordable versus Rio and São Paulo.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra is optional. Round up or tip small in cafés. Taxis usually do not expect tips, but rounding up is appreciated.
Official public transport app
Terminal Rodoviário -> Praça da Sé, Salvador
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Campinas to Salvador by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salvador, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Campinas to Salvador buses use the Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo to Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Campinas and Salvador bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo is 1 km from Campinas city centre. Public transport options include:
Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various restaurants and snack bars
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo.
Available at Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Campinas, Terminal Rodoviário - Dr. Ramos de Azevedo: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário is 4 km from Salvador city centre. Public transport options include:
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with various local and fast food options
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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