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Museu Municipal de Arqueologia de Silves
Main city museum with archaeology and local history exhibits. The best introduction to Silves’s Islamic, medieval, and regional past.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$5
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$11
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 12 m
Buses on Sep 19
21
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Silves is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Silves will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 21 buses from Faro to Silves, including 12 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Silves among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, while a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Faro to Silves:
A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Faro to Silves costing on average $11.
Other travel options to Silves take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $11 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Silves buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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69 · 96 | 3:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 2h05 | 5:35 PM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 5:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h30 | 7:15 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 7:15 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 · 67 | 7:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h20 | 10:50 PM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h30 | 9:45 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
69 · 67 | 10:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 2h45 | 12:45 AM Porches | 1 transfer | |
69 · 67 | 10:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 2h50 | 12:50 AM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
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91 · 67 | 1:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h05 | 4:35 AM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 7:20 AM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
69 · 67 | 7:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 9:20 AM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
69 · 67 | 7:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h45 | 9:15 AM Porches | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h25 | 9:45 AM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h55 | 10:15 AM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 · 67 | 9:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h20 | 12:50 PM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h00 | 11:15 AM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 1h30 | 1:15 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h15 | 1:15 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h55 | 3:40 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h25 | 3:10 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
69 · 67 | 2:45 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 4:35 PM Lagoa, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Faro to Silves run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Silves — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Silves trip today.
Main city museum with archaeology and local history exhibits. The best introduction to Silves’s Islamic, medieval, and regional past.
Interpretive space on the cork industry, central to the region’s economy. Useful for understanding local landscapes, labor, and craft traditions.
Regional museum in Portimão set in a former canning factory, explaining Algarve industry and river life. Popular and easy as a side trip.
Compact old quarter of steep lanes, whitewashed houses, and medieval atmosphere. Best area for wandering and discovering local details.
Photogenic cobbled square beside the cathedral and castle. One of Silves’s most atmospheric spots for views, heritage, and orientation.
Main riverside square lined with palms and civic buildings. A practical and scenic hub for walking between the river, market, and old town.
A rich Algarve fish stew with several fish and shellfish, traditionally cooked slowly in a copper cataplana pan for shared family meals.
Rustic pork stew with clams, garlic, coriander, and potatoes. It reflects Algarve coastal and inland flavors in one classic dish.
Simple grilled sardines, usually served in summer with boiled potatoes or salad. A staple of southern Portuguese seaside cooking.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Silves, popular for grilled fish, cataplana, and polished traditional Algarve cooking in a relaxed setting.
Established local restaurant known for Portuguese classics, fresh seafood, and regional wines in a friendly traditional atmosphere.
Casual central spot serving dependable Portuguese dishes and Algarve flavors, good for grilled meats, fish, and straightforward local meals.
Moderate for the Algarve. Stays can rise in peak season, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than in larger coastal resorts.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Parque Ribeirinho (Plazza Caffe) -> Praça do Município, Silves
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Silves 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 Silves, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Faro to Silves buses use the Faro, Terminal Rodoviário to Portimão, Terminal Rodoviário (Rua da Abicada) station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro and Silves bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Faro, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars and kiosks available inside.
Wi-Fi is available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário. ATMs are available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.
Ticket office support is available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair accessible ramps and seating available.
Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) is 3 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food options include: Portuguese Café (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance of the bus station.
Available at Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses): Elevators, ramps.
Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses) is 3 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses). ATMs are available at Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses).
Ticket office support is available at Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses).
Available at Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro, Aeroporto (Parque 5 - Autocarros / Buses): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
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