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

The cheapest way to get from Recife to Ilhéus is to bus which costs R$ 550 - R$ 800 and takes 22h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Recife to Ilhéus is to fly which takes 6h 13m and costs R$ 1100 - R$ 3300.

Is there a direct bus between Recife and Ilhéus?

No, there is no direct bus from Recife to Ilhéus. However, there are services departing from Recife - TIP and arriving at Itabuna via Aracaju. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 43m.

How far is it from Recife to Ilhéus?

The distance between Recife and Ilhéus is 913 km. The road distance is 1116 km.

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

The best way to get from Recife to Ilhéus without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 21h 17m and costs R$ 750 - R$ 1100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Recife to Ilhéus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Recife to Ilhéus bus from?

Recife to Ilhéus bus services, operated by Real Alagoas, depart from Recife - TIP station.

Bus or fly from Recife to Ilhéus?

The best way to get from Recife to Ilhéus is to fly which takes 6h 13m and costs R$ 1100 - R$ 3300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 550 - R$ 800 and takes 22h 43m.

Where does the Recife to Ilhéus bus arrive?

Recife to Ilhéus bus services, operated by Real Alagoas, arrive at Aracaju station.

Can I drive from Recife to Ilhéus?

Yes, the driving distance between Recife to Ilhéus is 1116 km. It takes approximately 14h 30m to drive from Recife to Ilhéus.

Where can I stay near Ilhéus?

There are 594+ hotels available in Ilhéus.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Recife to Ilhéus by plane, bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Recife International Airport (REC) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS)plane REC - IOS
6h 13m
R$1,186–3,229
Bus via Imbuí
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Maceióbus
2. Take the bus from Maceió, AL to Salvador, BAbus
3. Take the bus from Salvador, BA to Itabuna, BAbus
25h 48m
R$540–934
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Arapiracabus
2. Take the taxi from Arapiraca to Propriátaxi
3. Take the bus from Propriá to Aracajubus
4. Take the bus from Aracaju to Itabunabus
21h 17m
R$755–1,023
Drive 1,116 km
1. Drive from Recife to Ilhéuscar 1,116 km
14h 30m
R$580–838
Bus
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Aracajubus Aracaju
2. Take the bus from Aracaju to Itabunabus Aracaju
22h 43m
R$571–800

Recife International Airport (REC) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) flights

15Weekly Planes

6h 56mAverage Duration

R$574Cheapest Price

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Distance: 913.2 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Recife, Brazil and Ilhéus, Bahia, Brazil?

Azul and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Recife International Airport (REC) to Ilhéus/Bahia-Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Recife - TIP to Ilhéus via Aracaju and Itabuna in around 22h 43m.

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