- Must visit
Museu de Portimão
Portimão’s flagship museum in a former sardine cannery. Excellent exhibits on industry, fishing, archaeology, and local culture.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Alvor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Alvor will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lisbon for Alvor on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Alvor 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 48m. 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 €60.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price | €65 Average price | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Lisbon to Alvor:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Alvor costing on average €22.
A bus is €56 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Alvor costing on average €65.
Other travel options to Alvor take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
Train takes on average 3h 26m.
Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €60. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 46m 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 Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
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 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Alvor buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99 · 67 | 7:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h50 | 11:20 PM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h15 | 1:15 AM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h45 | 1:15 AM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:45 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h00 | 9:45 AM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h45 | 9:45 AM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 · 67 | 8:15 AM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 5h15 | 1:30 PM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 1 transfer | |
67 · 67 | 8:30 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h00 | 1:30 PM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h50 | 5:05 PM Alvor, Paragem bus stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Alvor run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Alvor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alvor trip today.
Portimão’s flagship museum in a former sardine cannery. Excellent exhibits on industry, fishing, archaeology, and local culture.
Interpretation center for the Alcalar megalithic monuments. Useful for context before exploring one of the Algarve’s top prehistoric sites.
Museum dedicated to the life and works of writer and former Portuguese president Manuel Teixeira Gomes in Portimão.
Long wooden boardwalk across dunes and lagoon edges. Ideal for birdwatching, easy walks, and scenic access to beaches and marshes.
Protected lagoon and estuary landscape with salt marshes, birds, and wide views. One of Alvor’s signature natural walking areas.
Broad sandy beach backed by dunes and boardwalks. A classic Alvor area for walks, sea views, and relaxed coastal scenery.
Fresh clams cooked with garlic, olive oil, coriander and white wine. A coastal Algarve classic that showcases local shellfish and simple seaside flavors.
Traditional Algarve fish stew with several local fish, potatoes, tomato, peppers and herbs. Loved for its rich broth and fishing-village roots.
Cataplana of clams, prawns or fish cooked in the iconic copper pan. One of the Algarve's signature dishes, prized for fragrant steam-cooked seafood.
Refined restaurant in Alvor known for modern Portuguese cooking, polished service and an elegant setting suited to a special meal.
Established traditional restaurant serving Algarve seafood, rice dishes and Portuguese classics near the waterfront in a casual setting.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant by Alvor harbor, popular for cataplana, grilled fish and shellfish in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Moderate for the Algarve: lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport are reasonable versus many Western European beach resorts.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Alvor, Paragem -> Alvor Church Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Alvor 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 Alvor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Alvor buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Alvor bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus. ATMs are available at Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus.
Ticket office support is available at Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus.
Available at Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alvor, Paragem ponto de ônibus: Limited access for disabled individuals.
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