The cheapest and fastest buses from Petrolina to Salvador
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Petrolina to Salvador is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Petrolina to Salvador will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 3 buses that leave Petrolina for Salvador on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 453 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Petrolina to Salvador
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Petrolina to Salvador among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €182.
Distance: 453 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €512 Average price |
8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Petrolina to Salvador bus times
The table below shows live departures for Petrolina to Salvador buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 AM Petrolina, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h30 | 7:00 PM Salvador, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Petrolina to Salvador
Buses from Petrolina to Salvador run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 453 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 453 km |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Águia Branca, Rapido Federal, Rota Transportes from Petrolina to SalvadorYou can travel by bus between Petrolina to Salvador with Águia Branca, Rapido Federal, Rota Transportes for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Águia Branca
Rapido Federal
Rota Transportes
FAQs: Bus from Petrolina to Salvador
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Petrolina to Salvador by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salvador, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rota Transportes
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- Águia Branca
- Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
- Rapido Federal
- Wheelchair accessibility available with advance notice, priority seating for passengers with disabilities
- Rota Transportes
- One piece up to 30kg checked luggage, one carry-on up to 5kg
- Águia Branca
- One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
- Rapido Federal
- One checked bag up to 30kg, one carry-on up to 5kg
- Rota Transportes
- Additional luggage allowed for extra fee
- Águia Branca
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Rapido Federal
- Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
- Rota Transportes
- Small pets allowed in carriers, advance notification required
- Águia Branca
- Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate
- Rapido Federal
- Small pets allowed in carriers
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Petrolina to Salvador
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Small food court and snack vendors
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public restrooms available
- Bus lines 001, 002, 003
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court with various local and fast food options
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public restrooms available for a fee
- Bus: Several urban bus lines
- Metro: Rodoviária Station (Line 2)
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