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

The cheapest way to get from Salvador to Fortaleza is to bus which costs R$ 140 - R$ 750 and takes 29h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salvador to Fortaleza is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs R$ 550 - R$ 2600.

Is there a direct bus between Salvador and Fortaleza?

No, there is no direct bus from Salvador to Fortaleza. However, there are services departing from Rodoviária de Salvador and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé via Aracaju. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 46m.

How far is it from Salvador to Fortaleza?

The distance between Salvador and Fortaleza is 1049 km. The road distance is 1178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Salvador to Fortaleza without a car is to bus which takes 29h 46m and costs R$ 140 - R$ 750.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Salvador to Fortaleza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salvador to Fortaleza bus from?

Salvador to Fortaleza bus services, operated by Rota Transportes, depart from Rodoviária de Salvador station.

Bus or fly from Salvador to Fortaleza?

The best way to get from Salvador to Fortaleza is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs R$ 550 - R$ 2600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 140 - R$ 750 and takes 29h 46m.

Where does the Salvador to Fortaleza bus arrive?

Salvador to Fortaleza bus services, operated by Rota Transportes, arrive at Aracaju station.

Can I drive from Salvador to Fortaleza?

Yes, the driving distance between Salvador to Fortaleza is 1178 km. It takes approximately 17h 9m to drive from Salvador to Fortaleza.

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

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Where can I stay near Fortaleza?

There are 2086+ hotels available in Fortaleza.

Salvador to Fortaleza - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salvador to Fortaleza by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR)plane SSA - FOR
5h 5m
R$560–2,510
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Salvador to Aracajubus Salvador
2. Take the bus from Aracaju to Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomébus Fortaleza / ...
29h 46m
R$140–738
Drive 1,178.3 km
1. Drive from Salvador to Fortalezacar 1,178.3 km
17h 9m
R$591–853
Bus via Natal
1. Take the bus from Salvador to Natalbus Natal / ...
2. Take the bus from Natal to Fortalezabus Fortaleza / ...
34h 15m
R$550–1,075

Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) flights

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2h 25mAverage Duration

R$546Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,049.2 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Chile, and Azul fly from Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport (FOR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rodoviária de Salvador to Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Eng. João Thomé via Aracaju in around 29h 46m.

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