Train from Sao Paulo to Itaparica

Travel Recommendation: São Paulo, SP to Itaparica, BA

Air Travel

• Companies: LATAM Airlines, Gol Linhas Aéreas
• Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes (flight time)
• Distance: 1,720 kilometers
• Costs: Around $300 - $450 CAD (depending on booking class and timing)
• Roads/Routes: Not applicable for air travel

Pro Tip: Book your flight in advance and consider using LATAM's app for mobile check-in to skip long airport lines.

Connecting from Salvador

Upon arriving in Salvador Airport (Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport), you will need to make your way to Itaparica. You can reach Itaparica by taking a ferry or a road transfer.

Ferry Travel

• Companies: Ferry Boat Companhia das Docas da Bahia
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour
• Distance: 20 kilometers (across the bay)
• Costs: Approximately $15 CAD for passenger ferry tickets
• Roads/Routes: Not applicable for ferry travel

Pro Tip: Arrive early for the ferry during peak hours to ensure you secure a spot, especially on weekends.

By Road

• Companies: Private taxi services, local ride-sharing (Uber, 99)
• Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours (drive time)
• Distance: Approximately 70 kilometers
• Costs: Estimated at $50 - $80 CAD for a private transfer
• Roads/Routes: Via BR-111 and BA-001 routes, providing scenic coastal views.

Pro Tip: Use ride-sharing apps to compare prices and choose the most economical option for your road transfer.

Overall Recommendation

For a seamless journey from São Paulo to Itaparica, I recommend taking a flight to Salvador followed by a ferry to Itaparica. This combined travel mode optimizes time and offers unique views both from the air and the ferry.

Total Estimated Costs: $315 - $545 CAD (including flight, ferry ride, and optional road transfer)

Total Duration: Approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes (including layover and transfer time)