The cheapest and fastest trains from Albufeira to Santarém
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albufeira to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albufeira to Santarém will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Albufeira for Santarém every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.
13:384h34Albufeira18:12Santarém£141One-way0 changes
14:384h34Albufeira19:12Santarém£281One-way0 changes
14:384h34Albufeira19:12Santarém£281One-way0 changes
13:384h34Albufeira18:12Santarém£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Albufeira to Santarém
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Albufeira to Santarém among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 242 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albufeira to Santarém train times
The table below shows live departures for Albufeira to Santarém trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 182 · R 4413 | 7:23 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 4h26 | 11:49 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 670 · IC 517 | 8:45 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 4h27 | 13:12 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 672 · IR 933 | 14:38 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 4h29 | 19:07 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 186 · IC 723 | 16:24 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 3h49 | 20:13 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 186 · IC 545 | 16:24 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 3h40 | 20:04 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 674 · R 4437 | 18:37 Albufeira - Ferreiras | 5h12 | 23:49 Santarém station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albufeira to Santarém
Trains from Albufeira to Santarém run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 18:44 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Albufeira to Santarém trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Albufeira and Santarém from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Albufeira to Santarém train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albufeira to Santarém by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santarém, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Albufeira and Santarém
Most Albufeira to Santarém trains use the Albufeira - Ferreiras to Santarem station pair. Use this guide to compare Albufeira and Santarém train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Albufeira station do trains to Santarém leave from?
Getting to Albufeira - Ferreiras from Albufeira city centre
Albufeira - Ferreiras train station facilities and services
Albufeira - Ferreiras has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Albufeira - Ferreiras. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Albufeira - Ferreiras. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Albufeira - Ferreiras: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Albufeira - Ferreiras: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Albufeira - Ferreiras: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Albufeira Sol, Vila Petra, Hotel Paraiso de Albufeira.
Which Santarém station do trains from Albufeira arrive at?
Getting to Santarem from Santarém city centre
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
Santarem train station facilities and services
Santarem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.
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