The cheapest and fastest buses from Salvador to Aracaju
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salvador to Aracaju is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salvador to Aracaju will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 12 buses that leave Salvador for Aracaju on Wed, Mar 11, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct buses cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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 Salvador to Aracaju
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Aracaju among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$25 Average price Cheapest | $938 Average price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Salvador to Aracaju Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Rota Transportes | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Águia Branca | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Salvador to Aracaju bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Aracaju buses for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 8:30 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h25 | 12:25 AM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h00 | 2:30 AM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h14 | 2:59 AM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h00 | 3:30 AM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h25 | 8:05 AM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 2:35 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h25 | 3:05 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h05 | 6:15 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h55 | 6:40 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h25 | 6:25 PM Aracaju, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Rota Transportes, but also compare tickets for the likes of Águia Branca, Catedral, SAO LUIZ or EXP SAO LUIZ to find the best option for your trip from Salvador to Aracaju.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Águia Branca, Catedral, SAO LUIZ or EXP SAO LUIZ to find the best option for your trip from Salvador to Aracaju.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salvador to Aracaju
Buses from Salvador to Aracaju run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Rota Transportes, Águia Branca, Catedral, SAO LUIZ, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil from Salvador to AracajuYou can travel by bus between Salvador to Aracaju with Rota Transportes, Águia Branca, Catedral, SAO LUIZ, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, FlixBus, Flixbus Brazil for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Rota Transportes
Águia Branca
Catedral
FlixBus
SAO LUIZ
EXP SAO LUIZ
TRANSITO LIVRE
Flixbus Brazil
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| Feature | Conventional | Executivo | Semi-leito | Leito | Leito-cama |
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| Recommended Trip | Short | Medium-short | Medium-long | Long | Very long |
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| 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 |
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FAQs: Bus from Salvador to Aracaju
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salvador to Aracaju 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 Aracaju, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rota Transportes
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- Águia Branca
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes 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
- Águia Branca
- 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
- Águia Branca
- 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
- Águia Branca
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
- Catedral
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salvador to Aracaju
- 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)
- 05:00-23:00
- 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 fee
- Bus: 002, 031, 040, 051, 064
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