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Museu Diocesano de Santarém
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
4 h 33 m
Trains on 01 Sept
17
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Santarém will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Faro to Santarém you need to make at least one change.
IC 674 · R 4437
AP 186 · R 4433
AP 186 · R 4431
AP 186 · IC 723
IC 672 · IR 933
AP 186 · IC 545
AP 186 · IC 723
IC 670 · IC 543
AP 182 · R 4413
IC 672 · IR 933Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Santarém among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £197.
Distance: 255 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Santarém trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 672 · IC 515 | 14:15 Faro station | 4h57 | 19:12 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 672 · R 4431 | 14:15 Faro station | 6h40 | 20:55 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 672 · IR 933 | 14:15 Faro station | 4h52 | 19:07 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 672 · R 4429 | 14:15 Faro station | 5h40 | 19:55 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 186 · IC 545 | 16:00 Faro station | 4h04 | 20:04 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 186 · IC 723 | 16:00 Faro station | 4h13 | 20:13 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 674 · R 4437 | 18:15 Faro station | 5h34 | 23:49 Santarém station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
AP 182 · IC 513 | 7:00 Faro station | 6h12 | 13:12 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 182 · R 4413 | 7:00 Faro station | 4h49 | 11:49 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 182 · IC 621 | 7:00 Faro station | 5h13 | 12:13 Santarém station | 1 change | |
AP 182 · R 4415 | 7:00 Faro station | 5h55 | 12:55 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 670 · IC 543 | 9:15 Faro station | 4h46 | 14:01 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 670 · IC 523 | 9:15 Faro station | 6h58 | 16:13 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 670 · R 4421 | 9:15 Faro station | 6h34 | 15:49 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 670 · R 4419 | 9:15 Faro station | 5h40 | 14:55 Santarém station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Faro to Santarém run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:19 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Santarém — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santarém trip today.
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Museum inside the old church of São João de Alporão, displaying archaeological finds and stonework. Ideal for understanding the city’s medieval past.
Small contemporary art venue in the former market complex. Visit for changing exhibitions and a fresh cultural counterpoint to the old town.
Hilltop garden on the old castle site with sweeping river-plain views. It is the city’s signature promenade and the best place for sunset.
The historic main square, framed by civic buildings and cafés. A practical starting point for walks and a good place to absorb local daily life.
Historic riverside district below the upper town, associated with old river trade. Worth exploring for a more local feel and different city perspective.
A rich pork and bean stew with cabbage, sausages and cured meats. A Ribatejo staple that reflects the region’s rural farming traditions.
Bread soup with poached eggs, garlic, coriander and olive oil, often enriched with cod or pork. Traditional comfort food widely eaten in Ribatejo.
Fresh river eel, usually fried or stewed. It is closely tied to the Tagus and the wetlands around Santarém, making it a classic local speciality.
Refined dining in a historic building, serving polished Portuguese cuisine and regional wines in an elegant atmosphere for a longer meal.
Traditional restaurant known for Ribatejo cooking, grilled meats and regional dishes in a relaxed local setting near the historic centre.
Well-known house for hearty Portuguese classics, especially stone soup and regional fare, with a casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Portugal: stays, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or Porto, but tourist-season rates can lift hotel and dining costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are usually rounded up modestly.
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Santarém Station -> Jardim da Liberdade, Santarém
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro 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.

Most Faro to Santarém trains use the Faro to Santarem station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro and Santarém train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: O Seu Café, Restaurante Centenário, Choco & Nut
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Faro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Faro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Faro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Faro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Faro & Beach Club, Hotel Eva Senses, Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo.
Bom Joao is 1 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Bom Joao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bom Joao.
ATMs are available at Bom Joao.
Available at Bom Joao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bom Joao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bom Joao.
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.
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