- 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 Oct 20
$35
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$49
Fastest journey on Oct 20
12 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
13 h 10 m
Buses on Oct 20
6
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Albufeira will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 6 buses from Madrid to Albufeira, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 5 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 14 h 14 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.










Buses from Madrid to Albufeira run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 9h 59m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 84 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 14h59 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 11h54 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:44AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 14h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 14h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 12h24 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 8h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 7h39 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Albufeira buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06196+ Normal | 7:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h09 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
06196+ Normal | 7:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h09 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
06206+ Normal | 7:35 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h39 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
06206+ Normal | 7:35 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h39 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h00 | 1:25 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h00 | 11:45 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h30 | 1:25 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:05 AM Madrid | 12h05 | 7:10 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Madrid | 12h05 | 8:10 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Madrid | 13h44 | 12:44 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Madrid | 14h14 | 1:44 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Madrid | 13h44 | 1:44 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Madrid | 16h10 | 5:45 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Madrid 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 Madrid to Albufeira buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário station pair, with some services arriving at Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Albufeira bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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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