- Must visit
Museu de Setúbal / Convento de Jesus
Setúbal’s principal museum, housed in the Manueline Convent of Jesus, with sacred art and regional collections in one of Portugal’s key early Manueline monuments.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Setúbal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Setúbal will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 11 buses that leave Faro for Setúbal on Tue, Jun 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
FlixBus

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93 · 81Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Setúbal 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 flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $150 Average price |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Faro to Setúbal:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Faro to Setúbal costing on average $24 (€20).
A bus is $140 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Faro to Setúbal costing on average $150 (€121).
Other travel options to Setúbal take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Setúbal buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h20 | 4:50 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 · 86 | 2:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h45 | 8:15 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h20 | 10:35 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h05 | 3:45 AM Setúbal, Interface Transportes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 2 | |||||
69 · 78 | 12:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h05 | 8:35 AM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
68 · 78 | 1:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h35 | 8:35 AM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
93 · 81 | 6:15 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h00 | 11:15 AM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
69 · 86 | 7:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 12:45 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
94 · 85 | 9:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 2:15 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
93 · 86 | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h45 | 2:45 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
93 · 78 | 11:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Faro to Setúbal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Setúbal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Setúbal trip today.
Setúbal’s principal museum, housed in the Manueline Convent of Jesus, with sacred art and regional collections in one of Portugal’s key early Manueline monuments.
A cultural and exhibition venue in a restored waterfront house, often used for regional interpretation, temporary displays, and local heritage promotion.
Museum dedicated to labor, crafts, and popular culture, named after Michel Giacometti and valued for its ethnographic perspective on Portuguese working life.
Setúbal’s main avenue, lined with trees, cafés, civic buildings, and cultural venues. It is the city’s best-known promenade for walking and people-watching.
The city’s central square and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center, surrounded by important buildings and local street life.
One of the best viewpoints over the city, estuary, and Tróia peninsula, widely shared on social media for its panoramic scenery.
Setúbal’s signature dish: cuttlefish marinated, breaded, and fried until crisp, usually served with fries and salad. It is one of the city’s most iconic local specialties.
A traditional Portuguese fish stew made with mixed local fish, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and herbs. In Setúbal, it reflects the city’s strong fishing heritage.
A rich, soupy seafood rice with prawns, clams, and other shellfish. Popular across coastal Portugal, it is especially prized in Setúbal for its fresh Atlantic seafood.
An established restaurant in Setúbal known for refined Portuguese cuisine, quality ingredients, and a more upscale atmosphere.
A well-known local seafood restaurant recognized for fresh fish, shellfish, and traditional Portuguese cooking in a relaxed setting.
A classic, long-running Setúbal restaurant famous for Choco Frito and other local seafood dishes, with a lively and traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by Portuguese standards: local eateries are affordable, while waterfront dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up for cafes and taxis; leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Setúbal 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 Setúbal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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