What is the cheapest way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

The cheapest way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus is to bus via Imbuí which costs R$ 250 - R$ 1100 and takes 39h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

The fastest way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs R$ 2000 - R$ 3400.

Is there a direct bus between Fortaleza and Ilhéus?

No, there is no direct bus from Fortaleza to Ilhéus. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé and arriving at Ilhéus via Aracaju and Itabuna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 16m.

How far is it from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

The distance between Fortaleza and Ilhéus is 1240 km. The road distance is 1407.9 km.

How do I travel from Fortaleza to Ilhéus without a car?

The best way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus without a car is to bus which takes 38h 16m and costs R$ 310 - R$ 1000.

How long does it take to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fortaleza to Ilhéus bus from?

Fortaleza to Ilhéus bus services, operated by Guanabara, depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé station.

Bus or fly from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

The best way to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs R$ 2000 - R$ 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 310 - R$ 1000 and takes 38h 16m.

Where does the Fortaleza to Ilhéus bus arrive?

Fortaleza to Ilhéus bus services, operated by Guanabara, arrive at Aracaju station.

Can I drive from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

Yes, the driving distance between Fortaleza to Ilhéus is 1408 km. It takes approximately 21h 24m to drive from Fortaleza to Ilhéus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Fortaleza to Ilhéus?

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Where can I stay near Ilhéus?

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Fortaleza to Ilhéus - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Fortaleza to Ilhéus by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS)plane FOR - IOS
8h 16m
R$2,000–3,400
Bus via Imbuí
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé to Aracajubus
2. Take the bus from Aracaju, SE to Salvador, BAbus
3. Take the bus from Salvador, BA to Ilhéus, BAbus
39h 16m
R$251–1,007
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé to Aracajubus Fortaleza / ...
2. Take the bus from Aracaju to Itabunabus Aracaju
38h 16m
R$313–997
Drive 1,407.9 km
1. Drive from Fortaleza to Ilhéuscar 1,407.9 km
21h 24m
R$741–1,070
Bus via Salvador
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé to Aracajubus
2. Take the bus from Rodoviária Nova de Aracaju to Rodoviária de Salvadorbus
3. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Salvador to Jequiébus
4. Take the bus from Jequie to Ilhéusbus
44h 7m
R$336–1,067

Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) flights

21Weekly Planes

8h 15mAverage Duration

R$675Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,240.5 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Fortaleza, Brazil and Ilhéus, Brazil?

LATAM Chile, Gol Transportes Aéreos, and Azul fly from Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé to Ilhéus via Aracaju and Itabuna in around 38h 16m.

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