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Driving from Salvador to Ilhéus

Short answer

From Salvador to Ilhéus it is about 440 km and 7 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.30/L, fuel costs about R$ 252 and tolls about R$ 0: in total, about R$ 252 one way (R$ 504 round trip).

Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Most reviewed activity in IlhéusDay Trip to Itacaré★ 8.9 · 9 reviews · from US$ 39 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Distance
440 km
Average time
7 h
Fuel
R$ 252
Tolls
R$ 0
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 252 · R$ 504 round trip
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Estimate covers fuel and tolls only, not parking, food or wear on the car. Distance and time calculated on OpenStreetMap; the gas price is a reference price (ANP).

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Ilhéus

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Day Trip to Itacaré
8.9· 9 reviews

Day Trip to Itacaré

Spend a day immersed in nature while enjoying the landscapes of the Atlantic Forest! Join us on this excursion to Itacaré from Ilhéus.

8 h
from US$ 39
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Guided Tour of Ilhéus
7· 4 reviews

Guided Tour of Ilhéus

Nature and colonial architecture merge in a place that has a lot to offer. On this guided tour of Ilhéus, we'll explore the main attractions in the city.

4 h
from US$ 23
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Day Trip to a Cocoa Farm
9.3· 3 reviews

Day Trip to a Cocoa Farm

On this tour, we'll explore the Chocolate Route of Ilhéus and visit a cocoa farm to discover first-hand the origins of the world's favorite sweet treat.

5 h
from US$ 40
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Day Trip to Praia Pé de Serra + Tijuípe Falls
9.3· 3 reviews

Day Trip to Praia Pé de Serra + Tijuípe Falls

Join us for a day surrounded by beaches and waterfalls on this excursion to Praia Pé de Serra, where we'll also visit the beautiful Tijuípe waterfall.

8 h
from US$ 40
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Day Trip to Morro de São Paulo
2· 1 review

Day Trip to Morro de São Paulo

On this excursion to Morro de São Paulo from Ilhéus, we'll take you to visit one of the most spectacular destinations in the state of Bahia.

12 h
from US$ 84
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Where to stay

Hotels in Ilhéus

With 7 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about the trip to Ilhéus

How much does it cost to drive from Salvador to Ilhéus?

From Salvador to Ilhéus it is about 440 km and 7 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.30/L, fuel costs about R$ 252 and tolls about R$ 0: in total, about R$ 252 one way (R$ 504 round trip).

How long does the drive from Salvador to Ilhéus take?

It takes roughly 7 h by car to cover the 440 km, not counting stops. On public holidays and high-season weekends, the time can increase considerably because of traffic leaving and arriving.

Are there tolls on the way from Salvador to Ilhéus?

No. On the route considered on this page there are no tolls between Salvador and Ilhéus.

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