The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portimao to Tavira
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portimao to Tavira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portimao to Tavira will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 10 buses that leave Portimao for Tavira every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 Tavira
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portimao to Tavira 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 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. 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: 79 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Tavira bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portimao to Tavira coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. 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) | 3h00 | 11:05 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:30 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h15 | 10:45 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h15 | 13:15 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 0 changesdirect | |
67 · 69 | 11:30 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h35 | 14:05 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 1 change | |
67 · 97 | 14:45 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h55 | 17:40 Conceicao de Tavira, N125 (Encruzilhada) | 1 change | |
67 · 97 | 14:45 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 2h45 | 17:30 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 3h05 | 18:20 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 0 changesdirect | |
67 · 91 | 21:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 3h10 | 00:10 Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 1 change | |
67 · 91 | 21:00 Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 3h20 | 00:20 Conceicao de Tavira, N125 (Encruzilhada) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portimao to Tavira
Buses from Portimao to Tavira run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, VAMUS - Transportes do Algarve from Portimao to TaviraYou can travel by bus between Portimao to Tavira with Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, 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 Tavira coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portimao to Tavira 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 Tavira, 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 Tavira, Estação de autocarros, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portimao and Tavira
- 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
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