The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portimao to Faro
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portimao to Faro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portimao to Faro will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 9 buses that leave Portimao for Faro every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Portimao to Faro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portimao to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 55 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portimao to Faro bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portimao to Faro coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 08:05 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h10 | 10:15 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:30 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h30 | 10:00 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:30 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h15 | 09:45 Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h15 | 12:15 Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h30 | 12:30 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h15 | 17:30 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h30 | 17:30 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h15 | 17:15 Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h00 | 22:35 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1h15 | 23:15 Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portimao to Faro
Buses from Portimao to Faro run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Rede Expressos, VAMUS - Transportes do Algarve from Portimao to FaroYou can travel by bus between Portimao to Faro with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Rede Expressos, VAMUS - Transportes do Algarve for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portimao to Faro coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portimao to Faro 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 Faro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário, located 0.5 miles (829 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portimao and Faro
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Restaurante O Charneco (0.5 km)
- Tasca do Petrol (0.7 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 21, 31 Train: Linha do Algarve
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Café (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 14
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