- Must visit
Museu de Portimão
Municipal museum in nearby Portimão with archaeology, fishing and canning exhibits that explain the region’s heritage clearly.
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Compare coach and flight for Madrid to Alvor
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Alvor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 559 km
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£31 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Madrid to Alvor coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Madrid to Alvor.
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Alvor.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Alvor
Spain
Portugal
Buses from Madrid to Alvor run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 559 km distance in 13h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 559 km |
Average bus duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to AlvorYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Alvor with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Alvor
Things to do in Alvor
Discover the best of Alvor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alvor trip today.
- Recommended
Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes
Local art gallery and cultural venue in Portimão hosting temporary exhibitions, talks and community events in a central setting.
- Recommended
Convento de São José - Museu do Cortiça
Private museum in nearby Lagoa dedicated to cork, showing harvesting, tools and traditional uses of this important Portuguese material.
- Must visit
Passadiços de Alvor
Long wooden boardwalk over the estuary wetlands, popular for walking, birdwatching and wide views of dunes and marshes.
- Must visit
Praia de Alvor
Broad sandy beach with dune scenery and seafront walks, ideal for a classic Alvor visit and easy access from the village.
- Recommended
Ria de Alvor
Protected lagoon and wetland area known for birdlife, calm water views and nature-focused walks close to the centre.
- Gluten-free
Sardinhas assadas
Grilled fresh sardines, usually simply seasoned and cooked over charcoal. A staple of Algarve summers, prized for very fresh local fish and smoky flavour.
- Gluten-free
Cataplana algarvia
Cataplana with clams, fish or prawns, cooked in the traditional copper pan. It is one of the Algarve’s signature dishes, rich with seafood and aromatic broth.
Açorda de marisco
A hearty bread stew with clams, garlic, coriander and olive oil. Deeply traditional in the Algarve, combining rustic bread cookery with the region’s seafood.
Ruccula
Smart restaurant serving seafood, steak and Portuguese specialities with polished service near the waterfront.
O Arco da Velha
Established local favourite specialising in charcoal-grilled fish and traditional Portuguese dishes in a simple, friendly setting.
Restinga Ria
Popular seafood restaurant on Alvor harbour, known for fresh grilled fish, shellfish and relaxed waterside dining.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Algarve: summer stays rise, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable versus busier resort towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafés: small change. Taxis: round up the fare or add a little for help with bags.
Próximo
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Alvor, Paragem -> Centro de Alvor
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Use the official Próximo app for bus information and tickets in the Algarve.
- If you need a fare before travel, check the operator fare page directly, as Algarve bus fares are distance-based and revised periodically.
FAQs: Madrid to Alvor coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Alvor by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alvor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Alvor can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Alvor is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Madrid to Alvor is 13h 30m to travel the 559 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Madrid to Alvor leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Madrid to Alvor leaves at 23:55.
There are 12 coaches a day from Madrid to Alvor which require at least one change with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Madrid to Alvor, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Alvor. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Madrid and Alvor and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Madrid , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) . When arriving in Alvor , you can end your route in coach stations like Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada), Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário, Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Alvor from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Alvor is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Alvor including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Alvor:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Alvor for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Alvor depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Alvor.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Alvor:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Alvor:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Alvor. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Madrid to Alvor with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Alvor with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Madrid to Alvor with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Alvor
Most Madrid to Alvor buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Portimão, Terminal Rodoviário (Rua da Abicada) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Alvor bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Madrid
Arrival bus stations in Alvor
Which Madrid station do buses to Alvor leave from?
Buses from Madrid to Alvor leave from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. The station is 3 km from Madrid city centre at Calle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesCalle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC5, C10, C7 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~23 min
C10, C7 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
C3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
BusN11 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
N13 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
148 · 45m · £4 · every ~30 min
Subway6 · 24m · £2 · every ~48 min
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus203, N27 · 1h 2m · £8 · every ~45 min
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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