Travelling from Faro to Portimao we have a selection of travel options and information to help you.
By Car
The fastest route by car is via the A22 motorway and takes approximately 55 mins. The distance is 55 km via this route and toll fees incurred.
Alternative route with no toll fees is via the via A22 and N124 and takes approximately 1 hour 14 mins, distance of 85.1 kms.
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By Shuttle
If your hotel does not offer a shuttle service visit our transfers page for more information on shuttles.
Airport transfers can be booked from Faro Airport to numerous destinations throughout the Algarve and includes Portimao.
This is probably the cheapest and most direct option for larger groups and will be a door to door service.
By Bus
Travel from Faro to Portimao by Bus:
You will need to get the bus from Faro estimated cost €5.75.
You can purchase tickets at the train station, ticket machines or online.
Please note: Bus times will differ on weekends and holidays, check EVA Transport website for times and prices.
| Departure | Arrive | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 08.00 | 09.40 | 01.40 |
| 09.05 | 10.50 | 01.45 |
| 12.30 | 14.15 | 01.45 |
| 14.30 | 16.10 | 01.40 |
| 16.25 | 18.10 | 01.45 |
| 17.25 | 19.15 | 01.50 |
| 19.40 | 21.15 | 01.35 |
By Train
Travelling from Faro to Portimao by Train:
Get the train to Portimão from Faro, the train is a bit quicker and a bit cheaper.
Trains start from Faro aroun 07.00 and more frequent in the mornings, last train from Faro 22.18.
Train times are below but check the CP PT website for fares and any travel alerts.
| Service | Departure Arrival |
Duration | Price 1st/2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP|R | 07.00 08.37 |
1.37 hrs | €15,25 €12,15 |
| R | 07.11 08.37 |
1.26 hrs | €6,00 |
| IC|R | 08.24 10.17 |
1.53 hrs | €11,65 €10,15 |
| R | 09.02 10.17 |
1.15 hrs | €6,00 |
| R | 10.23 11.49 |
1.26 hrs | €6,00 |
| R | 12.22 13.49 |
1.27 hrs | €6,00 |
| AP|R | 15.05 17.44 |
2.39 hrs | €15,25 €12,15 |
| R | 16.19 17.44 |
1.25 hrs | €6,00 |
| R | 17.15 18.48 |
1.33 hrs | €6,00 |
| IC|R | 17.56 19.31 |
1.35 hrs | €11,65 €10,15 |
| R | 18.12 19.31 |
1.19 hrs | €6,00 |
| R | 19.38 21.11 |
1.33 hrs | €6,00 |
| R | 20.18 21.42 |
1.24 hrs | €6,00 |
By Taxi
This is probably the most expensive option but is a door to door service like the transfer companies.
Faro to Portimao is around €75.00, nearer to €110 on evenings, weekends and holidays.
Taxi rank is right outside the arrivals terminal so you will not have to lug around your baggage.
Other Options
Uber: is now in this region of southern Portugal and will be cheaper than taxis.
Fly Bus: see their website for further information.
Faro Taxi: see their website for more information.
Travelling to other destinations from Faro Airport check our travel options below:
Faro to Lisbon
Faro to Albufeira
Faro to Carvoeiro
Faro to Vilamoura