- Must visit
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 26
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 26
€87
Fastest journey on Sep 26
1 d 11 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
1 d 15 h 31 m
Buses on Sep 26
9
Distance
1455 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from São Paulo, SP to Salvador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Salvador will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 9 buses from São Paulo, SP to Salvador, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct buses cover the 1455 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 48 m .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest buses will take 1 d 19 h 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.










| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gontijo | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 36h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €106 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 43h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 41h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator ARTE TRANSPORTES GTE | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 43h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 51h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator Gontijo | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:18AM | Duration 35h48 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator Catedral | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 41h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator Nacional | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:37PM | Duration 38h07 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €166 |
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Salvador buses for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 51h20 | 8:20 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 43h00 | 12:00 PM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 51h20 | 8:20 PM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 35h48 | 8:18 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 35h48 | 8:18 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 41h40 | 2:40 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 41h40 | 2:40 PM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 26 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 43h35 | 3:35 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 43h35 | 3:35 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 41h30 | 5:30 AM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê | 41h30 | 5:30 AM Salvador | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from São Paulo, SP to Salvador run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 904 miles (1455 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 904 miles (1455 km) |
Average bus duration 43h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
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.
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Terminal Rodoviário -> Praça da Sé, Salvador
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP 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 São Paulo, SP to Salvador buses use the São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê to Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare São Paulo, SP and Salvador bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê is 3 km from São Paulo city centre. Public transport options include:
São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court with multiple restaurants and fast food options
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê.
Available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at São Paulo, Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê: Wheelchair access, elevators, ramps.
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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