The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 13 trains that leave Faro for Vila Real de Santo António every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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 571717:531h07Faro station19:00Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 57038:571h11Faro station10:08Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 570913:001h12Faro station14:12Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 572119:271h12Faro station20:39Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 571517:131h12Faro station18:25Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 572522:161h03Faro station23:19Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 572320:301h05Faro station21:35Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 571717:531h07Faro station19:00Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 570711:301h07Faro station12:37Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
R 57059:551h07Faro station11:02Vila Real de Santo António station£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Faro to Vila Real de Santo António
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Faro to Vila Real de Santo António train times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Vila Real de Santo António trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5723 | 19:30 Faro station | 1h05 | 20:35 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5725 | 21:16 Faro station | 1h03 | 22:19 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
R 5701 | 6:20 Faro station | 1h14 | 7:34 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5703 | 7:57 Faro station | 1h11 | 9:08 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5705 | 8:55 Faro station | 1h07 | 10:02 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5707 | 10:30 Faro station | 1h07 | 11:37 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5709 | 12:00 Faro station | 1h12 | 13:12 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5711 | 12:55 Faro station | 1h08 | 14:03 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5713 | 14:15 Faro station | 1h12 | 15:27 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5715 | 16:13 Faro station | 1h12 | 17:25 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5717 | 16:53 Faro station | 1h07 | 18:00 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5719 | 17:26 Faro station | 1h12 | 18:38 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5721 | 18:27 Faro station | 1h12 | 19:39 Vila Real de Santo António station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António
Trains from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Faro and Vila Real de Santo António from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Faro to Vila Real de Santo António train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Vila Real de Santo António 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 Vila Real de Santo António, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Faro and Vila Real de Santo António
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- O Seu Café
- Restaurante Centenário
- Choco & Nut
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Faro & Beach Club
- Hotel Eva Senses
- Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Restaurante Cuca
- Restaurante O Pescador
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Pousada Vila Real de Santo António
- Hotel Apolo
- Grand House Algarve
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for regional trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are accessible from the station
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