How to get from São Luís to Teresina
There are 3 ways to get from São Luís to Teresina: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h). By bus it's about 6 h 40 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 317 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h | 317 km | Airlines: Azul |
Bus | 6 h 40 minestimated | 412 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 4 h 50 minestimated | 412 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 São Luís y Teresina dura aproximadamente 1 h (317 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 6 h 40 min. En auto son unos 412 km por ruta, cerca de 4 h 50 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 São Luís to Teresina?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h, by bus ~6 h 40 min and by car ~4 h 50 min.
Are there flights from São Luís to Teresina?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the São Luís–Teresina route is operated by Azul (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h and covers about 317 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from São Luís to Teresina?
Flying is much faster (~1 h vs ~6 h 40 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 São Luís to Teresina?
It's about 412 km by road, roughly 4 h 50 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between São Luís and Teresina?
In a straight line it's about 317 km between São Luís and Teresina.
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