- Must visit
Museu de Portimão
Regional museum in Portimão housed in a former canning factory. Excellent exhibits on industry, river life, and Algarve heritage.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Carvoeiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Carvoeiro will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 10 buses from Lisbon to Carvoeiro, including 10 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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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Buses from Lisbon to Carvoeiro run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 50m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lisbon to Carvoeiro.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Carvoeiro buses for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 PM Lisbon | 3h20 | 10:50 PM Carvoeiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 7:15 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h50 | 10:05 AM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 12:05 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 12:50 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 1:50 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h10 | 2:40 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 3:50 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 6:30 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h10 | 7:55 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h50 | 9:05 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Carvoeiro with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, and Citi Express. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Carvoeiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carvoeiro trip today.
Regional museum in Portimão housed in a former canning factory. Excellent exhibits on industry, river life, and Algarve heritage.
Municipal museum in nearby Lagoa covering local archaeology, religion, and regional history. A useful introduction to the area beyond the beaches.
Former convent now used for exhibitions and cultural programming in Lagoa. Worth visiting for architecture and changing art shows.
Carvoeiro’s main sandy cove framed by cliffs and village buildings. The classic focal point for first-time visitors and coastal views.
Boardwalk and rock formations east of the village, famous for caves, arches, and dramatic Atlantic panoramas.
Clifftop trail connecting Carvoeiro to Praia da Marinha. One of Portugal’s most scenic walking routes with sinkholes and sea views.
Cataplana de Marisco is a classic Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper clam-shaped pan, prized for fresh shellfish, herbs, and coastal flavor.
Sardinhas Assadas are simply grilled sardines, a beloved Portuguese staple in summer, especially valued for the region's fresh Atlantic catch.
Arroz de Marisco is a rich, soupy seafood rice with prawns, clams, and crab. It is a celebratory coastal dish found across the Algarve.
Fine dining near Carvoeiro known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, polished service, and a refined setting suited to special occasions.
Well-known local restaurant serving traditional Portuguese and Algarve seafood dishes in a welcoming, casual setting close to the village center.
Established cliffside restaurant with ocean views, focused on fresh fish, seafood, and classic Algarve dishes in a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for the Algarve: stays rise in summer, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low cost versus many Western European beach resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Carvoeiro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Carvoeiro 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 Carvoeiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Carvoeiro buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Carvoeiro 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.