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Museu de Portimão
Excellent local museum in a former sardine canning factory. Visit for Portimão’s fishing heritage, archaeology and strong industrial setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 46 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pinhal Novo to Portimao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pinhal Novo to Portimao will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Pinhal Novo to Portimao, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pinhal Novo to Portimao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. 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 train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 169 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pinhal Novo to Portimao:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Pinhal Novo to Portimao costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Portimao take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 8m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £47. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 16m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Pinhal Novo to Portimao trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:48 Pinhal Novo | 4h17 | 19:05 Portimao | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:21 Pinhal Novo | 2h45 | 21:06 Portimao | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Pinhal Novo to Portimao run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 6:31 |
Last train 19:21 |
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Excellent local museum in a former sardine canning factory. Visit for Portimão’s fishing heritage, archaeology and strong industrial setting.
Contemporary art venue hosting temporary exhibitions in the old quarter. Worth visiting for changing programmes and a modern cultural stop.
Small archaeology display linked to the Alcalar megalithic site. Worth seeing for context on prehistoric remains in the Portimão area.
Portimão’s best-known beach area with golden cliffs, broad sands and a lively seafront promenade. Ideal for walks, views and sunset stops.
Elegant marina area with promenades, boats and estuary views. Worth visiting for an easy waterside walk between the beach and town.
Busy riverside square by the Arade, lined with palms and public spaces. A practical base for strolling the waterfront and old centre.
Grilled sardines, a summer Algarve staple, simply seasoned and cooked over charcoal. Closely tied to Portimão’s fishing heritage and local festivals.
A rich fish stew from the Portimão area, layered with local fish, potatoes and peppers. It is one of the city’s signature traditional dishes.
Boiled whelks dressed with olive oil, oregano and lemon. A classic Algarve snack or starter, especially popular in coastal taverns and beer bars.
Established riverside dining room specialising in fresh local fish and shellfish, with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Popular traditional seafood restaurant by the river, known for grilled fish, cataplana and classic Algarve flavours in a relaxed setting.
Well-known casual spot in Alvor for grilled fish and Portuguese staples, with a lively traditional feel and dependable local cooking.
Moderate for the Algarve: stays rise in summer, but dining and local buses remain reasonable versus pricier resort areas.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxi fares are often rounded up; small change is fine in cafés.
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Portimão station -> Portimão centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pinhal Novo to Portimao 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 Portimao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pinhal Novo to Portimao trains use the Pinhal Novo to Portimao station pair, with some services arriving at Mexilhoeira Grande. Use this guide to compare Pinhal Novo and Portimao train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pinhal Novo 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: Restaurante O Pinhal, Restaurante A Chaminé
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Ticket office support is available at Pinhal Novo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pinhal Novo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pinhal Novo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pinhal Novo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pinhal Novo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Varandazul, Hotel Campanile Lisboa Sud - Setúbal, Hotel ibis Setúbal.
Portimao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Portimao.
Ticket office support is available at Portimao.
Available at Portimao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Portimao: Bike Parking.
Nearby hotels include NH Marina Portimão Resort, Jupiter Algarve Hotel, Hotel Da Rocha.
Mexilhoeira Grande is 6 km from Portimao city centre. Public transport options include:
Mexilhoeira Grande has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food options include: Restaurante Solar Do Farelo, Restaurante O Tasco
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