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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro to Alcantarilha
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
48 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
49 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Alcantarilha is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Alcantarilha will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 trains from Faro to Alcantarilha, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
R 59006:340h48Faro station7:22Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes- R 59028:360h49Faro station9:25Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 590614:360h50Faro station15:26Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 591219:360h57Faro station20:33Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 590816:360h54Faro station17:30Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 59006:340h48Faro station7:22Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 580217:470h48Faro station18:35Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 59028:360h49Faro station9:25Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 590412:360h49Faro station13:25Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
- R 590614:360h50Faro station15:26Alcantarilha station£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Faro to Alcantarilha
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Alcantarilha among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Faro to Alcantarilha:
A coach is £0.84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Faro to Alcantarilha costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Alcantarilha take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 7m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 54m versus 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Faro to Alcantarilha train times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Alcantarilha trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 5900 | 6:34 Faro station | 0h48 | 7:22 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| AP 182 · R 5902 | 7:00 Faro station | 2h25 | 9:25 Alcantarilha station | 1 change | |
| R 5902 | 8:36 Faro station | 0h49 | 9:25 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 5904 | 12:36 Faro station | 0h49 | 13:25 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 672 · R 5906 | 14:15 Faro station | 1h11 | 15:26 Alcantarilha station | 1 change | |
| R 5906 | 14:36 Faro station | 0h50 | 15:26 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| AP 186 · R 5908 | 16:00 Faro station | 1h30 | 17:30 Alcantarilha station | 1 change | |
| R 5908 | 16:36 Faro station | 0h54 | 17:30 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 5802 | 17:47 Faro station | 0h48 | 18:35 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 674 · R 5910 | 18:15 Faro station | 1h14 | 19:29 Alcantarilha station | 1 change | |
| R 5910 | 18:36 Faro station | 0h53 | 19:29 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 5912 | 19:36 Faro station | 0h57 | 20:33 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 5914 | 20:40 Faro station | 1h06 | 21:46 Alcantarilha station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Faro to Alcantarilha
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Trains from Faro to Alcantarilha run on average 11 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 50m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:59 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Faro to Alcantarilha train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Alcantarilha 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 Alcantarilha, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Faro and Alcantarilha
Most Faro to Alcantarilha trains use the Faro to Alcantarilha station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro and Alcantarilha train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Faro station do trains to Alcantarilha leave from?
Getting to Faro from Faro city centre
Faro train station facilities and services
Faro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: O Seu Café, Restaurante Centenário, Choco & Nut
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Faro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Faro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Faro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Faro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Faro & Beach Club, Hotel Eva Senses, Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo.
Getting to Bom Joao from Faro city centre
Bom Joao is 1 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Bom Joao train station facilities and services
Bom Joao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bom Joao.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bom Joao.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bom Joao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bom Joao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bom Joao.
Which Alcantarilha station do trains from Faro arrive at?
Getting to Alcantarilha from Alcantarilha city centre
Alcantarilha is 4 km from Alcantarilha city centre. Public transport options include:
Alcantarilha train station facilities and services
Alcantarilha has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcantarilha.
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