Faro to Portimao

Faro to Portimao

Faro
Portimao
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Faro to Portimao Destination Reviews

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Anonymous
Great service. Bust stop easy to find. Bus on time. Driver helpful and coach comfortable. Nothing - great service.
Faro to Portimao, Bus AeroBus, Vamus Algarve, Oct 5, 2025
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Anonymous
Very good service. Easy to get information.
Faro to Portimao, Bus AeroBus, Vamus Algarve, Jul 25, 2024
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Faro to Portimao Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
YellowFish Transfers
Standard 4pax
Any time
+1h
$66.77
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
06:14
06:30
$2.31
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
06:51
08:37
$7.92
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
07:11
08:37
$7.69
Bus
Rede Expressos
Standard AC
07:30
09:35
$10.65
Bus
Vamus
Standard AC
08:00
09:50
$7.50
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
08:22
10:19
$15.26
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
09:02
10:19
$7.69
Bus
Vamus Algarve
AeroBus
09:30
11:00
$14.89
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
10:15
10:19
$1.85
Bus
Vamus Algarve
AeroBus
11:00
12:45
$14.89
Bus
Vamus Algarve
AeroBus
11:25
12:45
$14.89
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
11:44
11:47
$1.85
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
12:00
13:15
$24.39
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
12:25
13:48
$7.69
Bus
Vamus
Standard AC
12:41
14:20
$7.50
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
13:28
13:44
$2.31
Train
Portuguese Railways
1st class
13:44
13:48
$1.85
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
14:00
15:15
$16.30
Bus
Vamus Algarve
AeroBus
14:30
15:55
$14.89

How to get from Faro to Portimao

Travelling between Faro and Portimao is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 26.70 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 8.72.

How long does it take to get from Faro to Portimao?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 3 hours to travel between Faro and Portimao depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Faro and Portimao. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 59m. Train does a much slower job and take about 2h 33m to reach Portimao.

How much does it cost to get from Faro to Portimao?

Travelling between Faro and Portimao can be as cheap as USD 8.72 if you opt for a Portuguese Railways train and as expensive as USD 26.70 if you buy a Alsa Internacional Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Faro and Portimao ?

  • 14 from Faro to Portimao starting from 07:11 Faro until 20:50 Faro
  • 4 from Faro to Portimao starting from 12:00 Faro until 20:30 Faro

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Faro to Portimao.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Faro to Portimao overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Faro and Portimao

Alsa Internacional

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Faro and Portimao

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, YellowFish Transfers

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Faro to Portimao?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train

Transportation from Faro to Portimao

Facts about the transport from Faro to Portimao

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport59m
Earliest Departure7:11 AM
Latest Departure8:50 PM
Departures per day18
Distance50 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlsa Internacional, YellowFish Transfers