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Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho
The Town Museum of Lagos, housed beside Santo António Church, presents archaeology, sacred art, ethnography, and local history. It is the main museum for understanding the city’s past.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albufeira to Lagos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albufeira to Lagos will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 15 buses that leave Albufeira for Lagos on Thu, May 28, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albufeira to Lagos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 59m. 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 bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Albufeira to Lagos:
A bus is $0.30 (€0.24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Lagos costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Lagos take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 5m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Albufeira to Lagos buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h10 | 5:10 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h55 | 6:55 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 7:50 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 10:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h55 | 12:10 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h10 | 1:25 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 1:45 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 4:45 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h20 | 5:20 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h05 | 6:05 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 7:45 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h55 | 9:40 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 10:15 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h20 | 11:35 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 1:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Albufeira to Lagos run on average 16 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Lagos — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lagos trip today.
The Town Museum of Lagos, housed beside Santo António Church, presents archaeology, sacred art, ethnography, and local history. It is the main museum for understanding the city’s past.
A small museum space in the historic former slave market building, presenting Lagos’ role in the transatlantic slave trade. It is an important and sobering historical site.
An interactive science center with hands-on exhibits focused on science, navigation, and the sea. It is a good family-friendly stop near the marina and old town.
One of the Algarve’s most famous beaches, known for golden cliffs, clear water, and postcard-worthy scenery. It is among the top places to visit in Lagos.
A highly photogenic beach reached by a long wooden staircase, popular for turquoise water and dramatic rock formations. It is especially popular on social media.
The old town is full of cobbled streets, small squares, traditional buildings, shops, and easy walking routes between major attractions. It is essential for first-time visitors.
Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper cataplana with shellfish, fish, tomato, onion, and herbs. It is one of the region's signature dishes.
Rich seafood rice with prawns, clams, and crab in a brothy tomato base. Popular along the Algarve coast for its intense sea flavor.
Charcoal-grilled sardines, usually served simply with potatoes or bread. A classic Portuguese coastal dish especially loved in summer.
Well-known upscale restaurant in Lagos with refined Portuguese and Mediterranean cooking, polished service, and an intimate atmosphere.
Popular traditional spot famous for hearty Portuguese dishes and a lively, local feel. Often recommended for seafood and rustic specialties.
Established seafood restaurant near the coast, known for fresh fish, shellfish, and scenic views in a classic Algarve setting.
Generally moderate for Portugal: dining is reasonable, but summer accommodation and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small tips for taxis are appreciated but not expected.
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Lagos Terminal Rodoviário, Lagos -> Lagos Train Station, Lagos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albufeira to Lagos by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lagos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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