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Museu Municipal de Arqueologia de Albufeira
Small municipal archaeology museum in the historic center, with finds from prehistoric, Roman and Islamic periods that explain the area’s long settlement history.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
42 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro Airport to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro Airport to Albufeira will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 16 buses that leave Faro Airport for Albufeira on Mon, Jun 01, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 29 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 45 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.



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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Faro Airport to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -8m sooner (49m by bus vs 41m by car) and save roughly $-0.68 (€-0.55) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Rede Expressos, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Faro Airport to Albufeira buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:40 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 2:25 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:55 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 2:40 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h59 | 3:44 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:40 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h50 | 5:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h59 | 5:44 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 5:55 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h00 | 6:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 8:10 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h50 | 8:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h00 | 9:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h50 | 11:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h50 | 2:00 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h29 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 5:55 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 0h45 | 9:55 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h00 | 12:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Faro Airport to Albufeira run on average 12 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 29m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Albufeira — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albufeira trip today.
Small municipal archaeology museum in the historic center, with finds from prehistoric, Roman and Islamic periods that explain the area’s long settlement history.
Local art gallery in a restored chapel-like building, hosting temporary exhibitions by regional and national artists in an intimate old-town setting.
Small sacred art museum beside the parish church, displaying religious pieces tied to Albufeira’s Catholic heritage and local devotional traditions.
The city’s most atmospheric area, with whitewashed lanes, tiled details, viewpoints and easy access to beaches, shops and historic landmarks.
Famous viewpoint overlooking Praia dos Pescadores, especially popular for wide beach panoramas and sunset photos shared on social media.
Main square in the old town, framed by historic buildings and terraces, and a natural starting point for exploring central Albufeira.
A classic Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper cataplana pan with clams, prawns, fish, tomato, onion, and herbs. It is one of the region’s signature dishes.
Chargrilled sardines seasoned simply with salt and olive oil. A staple of coastal Portugal, especially popular in summer and closely tied to Algarve fishing traditions.
A rich, soupy seafood rice made with shellfish, fish stock, tomato, garlic, and coriander. It is a beloved Portuguese coastal comfort dish often shared at the table.
Prestigious fine-dining restaurant near Albufeira known for refined tasting menus, luxury setting, and exceptional service overlooking the sea.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a garden setting, recognized for Algarve seafood, grilled fish, and classic Portuguese hospitality.
Popular Old Town restaurant with a polished but casual feel, serving Portuguese and Mediterranean dishes with strong seafood options.
Moderate for Portugal. Budget eats are reasonable, but beach-area dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis; small tips for hotel staff are welcome.
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Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade -> Terminal Rodoviário de Albufeira
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