Algarve to Portimao
Here you can explore travel times, fares, and timetables for the different ways to go from Algarve to Portimao, such as charter, bus or combined.
Travel options for Algarve to Portimao
Travel from Algarve to Portimao with a bus for 3 EUR to save, or reach Portimao faster by charter in 59 minutes.
Bus from Algarve to Portimao
Catch a bus at multiple stations, including Faro, Faro Bus Station, Faro Bus Station, Algarve and others and start your journey from Algarve. Services run frequently throughout the day, with the first departure at --:--, allowing you to pick a departure that suits your schedule. The trip takes around 1 hour, and you'll arrive at Portimao or Portimao Cardosas, heading into Portimao. Fares start from 3 EUR, and you can check availability and book your seat here.
Prices: 3 EUR
Duration: 1h – 1h 55m ⏱
Combined from Algarve to Portimao
Start your journey from Faro Bus Station, heading from Algarve toward Portimao. The trip takes about 2 hours, with tickets starting at 13 EUR, and you’ll arrive at Portimao R da Abicada. Plan ahead and reserve your spot explore combined options.
Prices: 13 EUR
Duration: 2h – 3h ⏱
Charter from Algarve to Portimao
A private driver can take you from Algarve to Portimao, collecting you wherever you prefer. The ride generally lasts 59 minutes, and tickets start at 90 EUR. Reserve your transfer now to organize your travel.
Prices: 90 EUR
Duration: 59m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Algarve to Portimao
- Board at Faro, and after a journey of around 1h 14m to 1h 30m, the bus reaches Portimao. Tickets are available from 24 EUR, and departures run from 11:45 until 20:30.
- From the station at Faro Bus Station, buses make their way to Portimao Cardosas, taking approximately 1h 14m to 1h 45m. Services run from 09:15 until 20:30, and tickets are available from 14 to 25 EUR.
- From the station at Faro Bus Station, Algarve, buses depart toward Portimao, taking around 1h to 1h 55m for the trip. Services run from --:-- until 20:05, and tickets start at 3 to 5 EUR.
Cheapest Bus Algarve to Portimao
3 EUR, from Faro Bus Station, Algarve to Portimao, departure at some times, duration 1h 55mFastest Bus Algarve to Portimao
5 EUR, from Faro Bus Station, Algarve to Portimao, departure at 10:15, duration 1hBus Timetable: Faro → Portimao
- 11:45 13:15 1h 30m 24 EUR
- 12:00 13:15 1h 15m 24 EUR
- 14:45 16:14 1h 29m 24 EUR
- 15:00 16:14 1h 14m 24 EUR
- 17:45 19:15 1h 30m 24 EUR
- 18:00 19:15 1h 15m 24 EUR
- 20:15 21:45 1h 30m 24 EUR
- 20:30 21:45 1h 15m 24 EUR
Bus Timetable: Faro Bus Station → Portimao Cardosas
- 09:15 11:00 1h 45m 14 EUR
- 11:00 12:45 1h 45m 14 EUR
- 12:00 13:15 1h 15m 25 EUR
- 15:00 16:14 1h 14m 23 EUR
- 15:45 17:30 1h 45m 14 EUR
- 18:00 19:45 1h 45m 14 EUR
- 18:00 19:15 1h 15m 23 EUR
- 20:30 21:45 1h 15m 23 EUR
Bus Timetable: Faro Bus Station, Algarve → Portimao
- --:-- --:-- 1h 15m 3 EUR
- 06:05 07:20 1h 15m 4 EUR
- 08:20 10:15 1h 55m 3 EUR
- 10:15 11:15 1h 5 EUR
- 13:45 15:40 1h 55m 5 EUR
- 20:05 22:00 1h 55m 3 EUR
Combined Routes & Schedules from Algarve to Portimao
From Faro Bus Station, embark on a multi-leg journey toward Portimao using a mix of transport options. Expect the trip to take roughly 2h to 3h, with services operating from 01:30 until 19:15 and tickets starting at 13 EUR. You’ll reach Portimao R da Abicada, and consulting the timetable for routes from Algarve to Portimao helps you select the departure that works best for your plans.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Algarve to Portimao
13 EUR, from Faro Bus Station to Portimao R da Abicada, departure at some times, duration 2hCombined Timetable: Faro Bus Station → Portimao R da Abicada
- 01:30 04:30 3h 13 EUR
- 09:30 11:45 2h 15m 13 EUR
- 14:30 16:45 2h 15m 13 EUR
- 15:30 17:45 2h 15m 13 EUR
- 19:15 21:15 2h 13 EUR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Algarve to Portimao
- Board a private taxi at Faro Hotel Transfer and reach Portimao Hotel Transfer, with the trip taking roughly 0h 59m. Multiple departures are available with fares starting at 90 EUR.
- Hop into a private driver service at Faro Hotel Transfer and reach Ferragudo Hotel Transfer after roughly 0h 59m. With frequent departures available, tickets start at 90 EUR.
Cheapest Charter Algarve to Portimao
90 EUR, from Faro Hotel Transfer to Portimao Hotel Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 59mCharter Timetable: Faro Hotel Transfer → Ferragudo Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 59m 90 EUR
Charter Timetable: Faro Hotel Transfer → Portimao Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 59m 90 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions Algarve to Portimao
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Algarve to Portimao.
What is the usual travel time for the Algarve to Portimao route?
By bus, the trip usually takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 55 minutes, depending on the service and departure point. Some combined services take about 2 to 3 hours. Travel time varies mainly with the exact station pair and the route taken.
How much does the Algarve to Portimao route usually cost?
Bus tickets on the Algarve to Portimao route range from 3 EUR to 25 EUR. Combined services are listed at 13 EUR. The price depends on the operator, the departure point, and the specific service chosen.
Which is the cheapest way to travel from Algarve to Portimao?
The cheapest option on the Algarve to Portimao route is the bus, with fares starting at 3 EUR. This is lower than the listed combined service price of 13 EUR and much lower than charter at 90 EUR.
What is the fastest option on the Algarve to Portimao route?
The fastest listed bus services take about 1 hour, with some trips running from Faro Bus Station, Algarve to Portimao in 60 minutes. Other bus connections can take longer, up to about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Where do buses leave from and arrive on the Algarve to Portimao route?
Bus departures are listed from Faro, Faro Bus Station, and Faro Bus Station, Algarve. Arrivals are listed at Portimao and Portimao Cardosas. Combined services depart from Faro Bus Station and arrive at Portimao R da Abicada.
How often do buses run on the Algarve to Portimao route?
There are 22 bus trips listed on the Algarve to Portimao route. The schedule does not show a fixed frequency, so departures are best checked by specific service. The last bus departure is listed at 20:30.
What are the first and last departures for the Algarve to Portimao route?
For the combined service, the first departure is at 01:30 and the last departure is at 19:15. For buses, the last departure is shown at 20:30, while the first bus departure time is not listed.
Are there different bus options on the Algarve to Portimao route?
Yes. One bus option runs from Faro to Portimao in about 74 to 90 minutes, while another from Faro Bus Station to Portimao Cardosas takes about 74 to 105 minutes. A third bus option from Faro Bus Station, Algarve to Portimao takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 55 minutes.
How does the combined service compare on the Algarve to Portimao route?
The combined service costs 13 EUR and takes about 2 to 3 hours. It runs from Faro Bus Station to Portimao R da Abicada. Compared with direct buses, it is slower but still a listed public transport option.
Is there a charter option for the Algarve to Portimao route?
Yes, charter is listed at 90 EUR for the Algarve to Portimao route. Departures are from Faro Hotel Transfer, with arrivals at Portimao Hotel Transfer or Ferragudo Hotel Transfer. No travel time is shown for this option.
Which departure and arrival points should I expect on the Algarve to Portimao route if I book a bus ticket?
For bus travel, the main departure points are Faro, Faro Bus Station, and Faro Bus Station, Algarve. The main arrival points are Portimao and Portimao Cardosas. Combined tickets use Faro Bus Station and Portimao R da Abicada.
Where can I book tickets for the Algarve to Portimao route?
Tickets for the Algarve to Portimao route can be booked on TicketRoutes.com. That is the clearest place to check the listed bus, combined, and charter options, along with their departure points, prices, and times.
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