If you are travelling from Faro Airport to Lisbon and need to consult transport options, check out our information below on distance and journey times.
By Air
There are several flights a day from Faro Airport to Lisbon, if budget is not a problem.
TAP Air Portugal operate a direct service from Faro Airport to Lisbon Airport that takes 45 minutes, providing there are no delays.
Prices and flights vary during holiday times; more information on the TAP website here.
By Car
The fastest route by car is via the A2 motorway and it takes approximately two hours 45 minutes.
The distance is 285 kilometres, and it is a straightforward journey right into Lisbon.
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By Bus
The bus to Lisbon does not leave from Faro Airport, so you will need to get to Faro bus station. From the airport take Bus Route 16 into Faro; the cost is €2.25 (children €1.50) and it takes 20 minutes.
The taxi to Faro bus station takes 15 minutes and costs €11 or €13, depending on the time of day or night (or weekends).
From Faro Bus Station to Lisbon
Travelling to Lisbon from Faro by bus takes three-plus hours, with one-way prices from €15 to €20.
Two options for bus services are listed below: Rede Expressos and EVA Transportes. Always check their websites before travelling, as times and prices may vary during holidays and the high season.
Rede Expressos (€16.60)…
| Departure Arrival |
Duration | Connection |
|---|---|---|
| 00.30 04.15 |
3.45 hrs | 01.30 Albufeira |
| 07.30 11.35 |
4.05 hrs | 08.30 Albufeira |
| 12.00 15.45 |
3.45 hrs | 13.00 Albufeira |
| 17.00 20.45 |
3.45 hrs | 18.00 Albufeira |
EVA Transportes (€20.00 full ticket)…
| Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 06.15 | 09.30 | 3.15 hrs |
| 08.30 | 11.45 | 3.15 hrs |
| 11.00 | 14.15 | 3.15 hrs |
| 13.00 | 16.55 | 3.55 hrs |
| 16.30 | 19.45 | 3.15 hrs |
| 19.00 | 22.15 | 3.15 hrs |
By Train
The train station in Faro is 150 metres from the bus station.
You can purchase tickets at the train station, from ticket machines or online.
Early-booking discounts are available five-plus days in advance and the journey time is four hours.
More information, booking tickets and travel alerts can be found here. The prices listed below are meant as a guide only, and may vary during holidays and the high season.
| Service | Departure Arrival |
Duration | Price 1st 2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP|U|TC | 07.00 11.04 |
4.04 hrs | €32.05 €24.25 |
| IC|U|TC | 08.22 12.44 |
4.22 hrs | €30.05 €23.25 |
| IC|U|TC | 13.54 18.01 |
4.07 hrs | €30.05 €23.25 |
| AP|U|TC | 16.00 20.01 |
4.01 hrs | €32.05 €24.25 |
| IC|U|TC | 17.56 22.10 |
4.14 hrs | €30.05 €23.25 |
Labels and meanings:
- AP – Alfa Pendular (Fast Train)
- U – Urbano
- TC – Transporte Complementar
- IC – Intercidades
If travelling to other destinations from Faro Airport, check out our travel options below:
Faro to Albufeira
Faro to Carvoeiro
Faro to Portimão
Faro to Vilamoura