The cheapest and fastest buses from Faro to Isla Cristina
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Isla Cristina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Isla Cristina will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
It's difficult to get from Faro to Isla Cristina without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus8:20 AM3h10Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:30 AMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República$111One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:20 AM3h10Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:30 AMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República$111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Faro to Isla Cristina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Faro to Isla Cristina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m 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 -39m sooner (1h 40m by bus vs 1h 1m by car) and save roughly $-2.62 (€-2.15) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $6 (€5)). 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 BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Faro to Isla Cristina Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Live departures
Faro to Isla Cristina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Isla Cristina buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h10 | 11:30 AM Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Faro to Isla Cristina
Buses from Faro to Isla Cristina run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:50, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 4:50 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Faro to Isla CristinaYou can travel by bus between Faro to Isla Cristina with BlaBlaCar for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Faro to Isla Cristina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Isla Cristina 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 Isla Cristina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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