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

The cheapest way to get from Salvador to Recife is to bus via Aracaju which costs R$ 330 - R$ 600 and takes 15h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salvador to Recife is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs R$ 410 - R$ 2400.

Is there a direct bus between Salvador and Recife?

No, there is no direct bus from Salvador to Recife. However, there are services departing from Salvador and arriving at Abreu e Lima via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Salvador to Recife?

The distance between Salvador and Recife is 694 km. The road distance is 812.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Salvador to Recife without a car is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs R$ 440 - R$ 750.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Salvador to Recife, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salvador to Recife bus from?

Salvador to Recife bus services, operated by Rota Transportes, depart from Salvador station.

Bus or fly from Salvador to Recife?

The best way to get from Salvador to Recife is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs R$ 410 - R$ 2400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R$ 440 - R$ 750 and takes 14h 43m.

Where does the Salvador to Recife bus arrive?

Salvador to Recife bus services, operated by Rota Transportes, arrive at Abreu e Lima station.

Can I drive from Salvador to Recife?

Yes, the driving distance between Salvador to Recife is 812 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Salvador to Recife.

Where can I stay near Recife?

There are 1893+ hotels available in Recife.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Salvador to Recife by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Recife International Airport (REC)plane SSA - REC
4h 59m
R$417–2,320
Bus via Belo Jardim
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Salvador to Belo Jardimbus Salvador / ...
2. Take the bus from Belo Jardim to Recife - TIPbus Teresina / ...
19h 52m
R$311–884
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salvador to Abreu e Limabus Salvador
14h 43m
R$445–709
Drive 812.1 km
1. Drive from Salvador to Recifecar 812.1 km
10h 11m
R$428–618
Bus via Aracaju
1. Take the bus from Rodoviária de Salvador to Aracajubus Salvador
2. Take the bus from Aracaju to Recife - TIPbus Aracaju
15h 40m
R$337–572

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

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Distance: 694.2 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Azul and Gol Transportes Aéreos fly from Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) to Recife International Airport (REC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Rota Transportes operates a bus from Salvador to Abreu e Lima 3 times a week. Tickets cost R$360–600 and the journey takes 14h 28m.

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