- Must visit
Museu Municipal de Arqueologia
Main local museum presenting Albufeira's archaeology, Islamic heritage, and historic way of life in a central old-town setting.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Guarda to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guarda to Albufeira will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 20 buses that leave Guarda for Albufeira on Wed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Guarda to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $100 Average price |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guarda to Albufeira:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guarda to Albufeira costing on average $38 (€31).
A bus is $73 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Guarda to Albufeira costing on average $100 (€83).
Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Guarda to Albufeira buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h20 | 11:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
34+ 67 | 4:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h15 | 12:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
34+ 67 | 4:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h15 | 12:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 97 | 5:30 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 1:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
20 · 51+ 91 | 6:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 9h45 | 3:45 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 2 transfers | |
34 · 69 | 7:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h40 | 2:40 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
74+ 58 | 8:20 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 9h40 | 6:00 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
33+ 95 | 5:30 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 1:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h30 | 2:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 95 | 7:00 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 2:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 97 | 8:30 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h30 | 4:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h15 | 5:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h35 | 5:35 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
34+ 95 | 10:00 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 5:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33 · 69 | 11:00 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 6:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h45 | 8:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
33+ 94 | 12:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h20 | 7:20 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 99 | 12:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h45 | 7:45 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 95 | 1:00 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h15 | 9:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 91 | 2:30 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 8h05 | 10:35 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Guarda to Albufeira run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 10:35 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.
Main local museum presenting Albufeira's archaeology, Islamic heritage, and historic way of life in a central old-town setting.
Compact sacred art museum beside the old church, displaying religious pieces that help explain the town's devotional and artistic history.
Municipal gallery hosting rotating exhibitions by regional and visiting artists. A useful stop for current Algarve visual culture.
Albufeira's historic core of whitewashed lanes, terraces, and viewpoints. It is the best area for atmosphere, architecture, and easy wandering.
Scenic cliffside viewpoint above Peneco Beach with a broad coastal panorama, especially rewarding at sunset and during old-town walks.
Characterful seaside area known for natural freshwater springs, fishing roots, and a more local village feel than the main center.
Cataplana de Marisco is Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper clam-shaped pan. It celebrates the coast with shellfish, herbs, and a rich aromatic broth.
Sardinhas Assadas are charcoal-grilled sardines, a staple of southern Portugal. Fresh fish, olive oil, and sea salt make this simple dish deeply local.
Arroz de Marisco is a soupy seafood rice packed with prawns, clams, and crab. It is prized in coastal Portugal for its intense shellfish flavor.
Well-known upscale venue focused on modern Portuguese cuisine and polished service. Good choice for a special dinner in Albufeira.
Refined seafood restaurant known for cataplana and fresh fish near the marina. Elegant but relaxed atmosphere with strong Algarve identity.
Established traditional restaurant in the old town serving grilled fish, seafood rice, and Portuguese classics in a warm local setting.
Moderate for the Algarve: summer stays rise, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low cost compared with many Western European beach resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade -> Praça dos Pescadores, Albufeira
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guarda to Albufeira 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 Albufeira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Guarda to Albufeira buses use the Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario to Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário station pair, with some services arriving at Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade. Use this guide to compare Guarda and Albufeira bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário is 1 km from Albufeira city centre. Public transport options include:
Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and snack bar (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário: Elevators, ramps.
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