The cheapest and fastest buses from Maceió to Salvador
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
476 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Maceió to Salvador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maceió to Salvador will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 11 buses that leave Maceió for Salvador on Thu, Feb 05, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 476 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Maceió to Salvador
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Maceió to Salvador among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 295 miles (476 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €418 Average price |
11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Maceió to Salvador Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 12:14AM | Duration 11h19 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Live departures
Maceió to Salvador bus times
The table below shows live departures for Maceió to Salvador buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h00 | 7:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h50 | 8:20 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h30 | 11:30 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h30 | 12:30 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h15 | 7:45 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h10 | 10:30 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h10 | 10:30 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 PM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h20 | 11:00 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:35 AM Maceió | 10h15 | 10:50 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:55 AM Maceio, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h05 | 1:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Catedral?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Catedral, but also compare tickets for the likes of Rota Transportes, TRANSITO LIVRE, EXP SAO LUIZ or SAO LUIZ to find the best option for your trip from Maceió to Salvador.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Rota Transportes, TRANSITO LIVRE, EXP SAO LUIZ or SAO LUIZ to find the best option for your trip from Maceió to Salvador.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maceió to Salvador
Buses from Maceió to Salvador run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 295 miles (476 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 295 miles (476 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Catedral, Rota Transportes, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, SAO LUIZ, FlixBus, Águia Branca, Flixbus Brazil from Maceió to SalvadorYou can travel by bus between Maceió to Salvador with Catedral, Rota Transportes, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, SAO LUIZ, FlixBus, Águia Branca, Flixbus Brazil for as low as $22 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Catedral
Rota Transportes
FlixBus
Águia Branca
EXP SAO LUIZ
SAO LUIZ
TRANSITO LIVRE
Flixbus Brazil
Accessibility & Comfort on Brazilian Buses
Brazil's bus network is extensive, connecting major cities, charming towns and even remote areas that might be difficult to reach by other means. With Omio, you gain access to a vast array of domestic and regional bus routes, simplifying your booking experience. Brazilian buses offer various comfort levels to suit every traveler and budget. Here's a quick overview of the main bus classes you'll encounter:
| Feature | Conventional | Executivo | Semi-leito | Leito | Leito-cama |
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| Recommended Trip | Short | Medium-short | Medium-long | Long | Very long |
| Cost | $ | $$ | $$$ | $$$$ | $$$$$ |
| Recline | Up to 120° | Up to 135° | Up to 140° | Up to 160° | Up to 180° |
| Width | 43cm | 45cm | Up to 50cm (less distance between seats) | 50cm (greater distance between seats) | 50cm (greater distance between seats) |
| Restroom | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Water | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Air-conditioning | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| USB and Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Curtain | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Blanket & Pillow | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Some routes |
Compared to flights, bus travel often presents a more affordable alternative, allowing you to allocate more of your budget to experiences and activities. Plus, many routes offer scenic road journeys, providing a unique perspective of Brazil's diverse landscapes.
FAQs: Bus from Maceió to Salvador
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maceió 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.

- Rota Transportes
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- EXP SAO LUIZ
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice required
- Catedral
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Rota Transportes
- One piece up to 30kg checked luggage, one carry-on up to 5kg
- EXP SAO LUIZ
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Catedral
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Rota Transportes
- Additional luggage allowed for extra fee
- EXP SAO LUIZ
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Catedral
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Rota Transportes
- Small pets allowed in carriers, advance notification required
- EXP SAO LUIZ
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Catedral
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Maceió to Salvador
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court with local and fast food options
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, accessible restrooms
- Public restrooms available for a small fee
- Bus: 008, 032, 704, 711
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court with various local and fast food options
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Several urban bus lines
- Metro: Rodoviária Station (Line 2)
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