4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Salvador to Recife, PE
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salvador to Recife, PE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salvador to Recife, PE will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salvador for Recife, PE on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 676 km distance in an average of 16 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 18 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.
6:45 PM14h45Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário9:30 AMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$421One-way0 transfers- 9:50 AM16h00Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário1:50 AMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$421One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 PM18h25Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário6:15 PMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$551One-way0 transfers
- 11:59 PM16h21Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário4:20 PMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$731One-way0 transfers
- 6:45 PM14h45Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário9:30 AMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$421One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM16h00Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário1:50 AMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$421One-way0 transfers
- 11:59 PM16h21Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário4:20 PMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$731One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 PM18h25Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário6:15 PMRecife, Terminal Integrado TIP$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Salvador to Recife, PE
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salvador to Recife, PE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 420 miles (676 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $356 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration Fastest 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salvador to Recife, PE:
A bus is $312 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salvador to Recife, PE costing on average $356 (€292).
Other travel options to Recife, PE take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $94 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $50 (€41). The journey takes 13h 35m versus 11h 44m 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 Expresso Guanabara, Catedral, Itapemirim, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, FlixBus, SAO LUIZ, 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.
Salvador to Recife, PE Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:36AM | Duration 17h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Itapemirim | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator EXP SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Itapemirim | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator SAO LUIZ | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Itapemirim | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 13h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Expresso Guanabara | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 16h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Live departures
Salvador to Recife, PE bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salvador to Recife, PE buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 17h50 | 11:50 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h20 | 10:20 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h20 | 12:20 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:50 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 18h25 | 6:15 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:59 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h21 | 4:20 PM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h00 | 1:50 AM Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salvador to Recife, PE
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Buses from Salvador to Recife, PE run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 420 miles (676 km) distance in 13h 29m.
Distance 420 miles (676 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 13h 29m |
First bus 3:35 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Expresso Guanabara, Catedral, Itapemirim, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, FlixBus, SAO LUIZ, Flixbus Brazil from Salvador to Recife, PEYou can travel by bus between Salvador to Recife, PE with Expresso Guanabara, Catedral, Itapemirim, EXP SAO LUIZ, TRANSITO LIVRE, FlixBus, SAO LUIZ, Flixbus Brazil for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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 Salvador to Recife, PE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salvador to Recife, PE 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 Recife, PE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Itapemirim
- Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
- Catedral
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice. Priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
- Expresso Guanabara
- Accessibility features are available on vehicles, and the company is committed to providing an inclusive experience for all customers, including those with disabilities or reduced mobility. The company's electronic sales channels also have accessibility features.
- 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.
- Itapemirim
- 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
- Expresso Guanabara
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg.
- Itapemirim
- Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
- Catedral
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Expresso Guanabara
- Additional luggage may incur an extra fee, which varies depending on the route.
- Itapemirim
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents
- EXP SAO LUIZ
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Catedral
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salvador to Recife, PE
Most Salvador to Recife, PE buses use the Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário to Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP station pair. Use this guide to compare Salvador and Recife, PE bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Salvador station do buses to Recife, PE leave from?
Getting to Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário from Salvador city centre
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário is 4 km from Salvador city centre. Public transport options include:
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services
Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with various local and fast food options
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
Which Recife, PE station do buses from Salvador arrive at?
Getting to Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP from Recife city centre
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP is 11 km from Recife city centre. Public transport options include:
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP bus station facilities and services
Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with multiple options and snack stands
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Recife, Terminal Integrado TIP: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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