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

The cheapest way to get from Recife to Salvador is to bus via Maceió which costs R$ 350 - R$ 430 and takes 17h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Recife to Salvador is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs R$ 320 - R$ 2100.

Is there a direct bus between Recife and Salvador?

No, there is no direct bus from Recife to Salvador. However, there are services departing from Abreu e Lima and arriving at Salvador via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

How far is it from Recife to Salvador?

The distance between Recife and Salvador is 691 km. The road distance is 805.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Recife to Salvador without a car is to bus which takes 14h 49m and costs R$ 460 - R$ 750.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Recife to Salvador, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Recife to Salvador bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Recife to Salvador?

The best way to get from Recife to Salvador is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs R$ 320 - R$ 2100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 460 - R$ 750 and takes 14h 49m.

Where does the Recife to Salvador bus arrive?

Recife to Salvador bus services, operated by Real Alagoas, arrive at Maceió station.

Can I drive from Recife to Salvador?

Yes, the driving distance between Recife to Salvador is 805 km. It takes approximately 10h 1m to drive from Recife to Salvador.

How do I get a bus ticket from Recife to Salvador?

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Where can I stay near Salvador?

There are 3590+ hotels available in Salvador.

Recife to Salvador - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Recife to Salvador by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Recife International Airport
best
1. Fly from Recife International Airport (REC) to Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)plane REC - SSA
4h 8m
R$324–2,014
Bus via Belo Jardim
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Belo Jardimbus Teresina / ...
2. Take the bus from Belo Jardim to Rodoviária de Salvadorbus Salvador / ...
19h 41m
R$241–887
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abreu e Lima to Salvadorbus Salvador
14h 49m
R$460–719
Drive 805.2 km
1. Drive from Recife to Salvadorcar 805.2 km
10h 1m
R$414–598
Bus to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Terminal Rodoviário de João Pessoabus
2. Fly from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)plane JPA - SSA
6h 40m
R$853–2,916
Bus via Maceió
1. Take the bus from Recife - TIP to Maceióbus Maceió / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Maceió to Rodoviária de Salvadorbus
17h 3m
R$354–424

Recife International Airport (REC) to Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) flights

42Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

R$292Cheapest Price

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Distance: 690.6 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Recife, Brazil and Salvador, Brazil?

Gol Transportes Aéreos and Azul fly from Recife International Airport (REC) to Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Rota Transportes operates a bus from Abreu e Lima to Salvador 3 times a week. Tickets cost R$360–600 and the journey takes 14h 29m.

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