How to get from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus
There are 3 ways to get from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h 50 min). By bus it's about 20 h 50 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 993 km in a straight line.
Compare ways to travel
| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h 50 min | 993 km | Airlines: TAM Brazilian Airlines |
Bus | 20 h 50 minestimated | 1.291 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 15 h 10 minestimated | 1.291 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Río de Janeiro y Ilhéus dura aproximadamente 1 h 50 min (993 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 20 h 50 min. En auto son unos 1.291 km por ruta, cerca de 15 h 10 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h 50 min, by bus ~20 h 50 min and by car ~15 h 10 min.
Are there flights from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Río de Janeiro–Ilhéus route is operated by TAM Brazilian Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h 50 min and covers about 993 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
Flying is much faster (~1 h 50 min vs ~20 h 50 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Río de Janeiro to Ilhéus?
It's about 1.291 km by road, roughly 15 h 10 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Río de Janeiro and Ilhéus?
In a straight line it's about 993 km between Río de Janeiro and Ilhéus.
What to do in Ilhéus
See what to visit, how to get around and where to stay when you arrive.
Guide to IlhéusBook your trip to Ilhéus
We send you to our partners to book stays, tours and cars. Includes affiliate links.
See the full guide to Ilhéus →Related routes
Brasil
Brasil
Brasil
Brasil
Brasil
Argentina → Brasil