- 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 on Sep 18
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 18
28
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leiria to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiria to Albufeira will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 28 buses from Leiria to Albufeira, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 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.
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2 · 67Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leiria to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
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$29 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Leiria to Albufeira:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiria to Albufeira costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 53m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Leiria to Albufeira buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 PM Leiria | 5h15 | 5:45 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Leiria | 6h30 | 8:30 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Leiria | 6h30 | 9:30 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Leiria | 6h10 | 10:55 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
11 · 94 | 4:30 AM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 5h55 | 10:25 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Leiria to Albufeira run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiria 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 Leiria to Albufeira buses use the Leiria, Estação Rodoviária to Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário station pair, with some services arriving at Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade. Use this guide to compare Leiria 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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