- 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
€24
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seville to Alvor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seville to Alvor will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 13 buses that leave Seville for Alvor on Sat, Aug 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct buses cover the 233 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Seville to Alvor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €15.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €22. The journey takes 3h 53m versus 2h 42m 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 FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Seville to Alvor buses for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 AM Seville | 4h35 | 1:35 PM Alvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Seville | 4h25 | 7:10 PM Alvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 4h25 | 11:15 AM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 4h55 | 11:45 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 6h05 | 2:05 PM Armacao de Pera, Bus station (Via Dorsal) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 5h35 | 1:35 PM Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 4h30 | 12:30 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Seville to Alvor run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 Seville 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 Seville to Alvor buses use the Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Seville and Alvor bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) is 2 km from Seville city centre. Public transport options include:
Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) 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 La Azotea (0.5 km), Bar El Comercio (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas).
Available at Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas): Elevators, ramps.
Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas) is 8 km from Seville city centre. Public transport options include:
Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries available nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas). ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas).
Available at Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sevilla, Aeropuerto (Salidas): Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa is 1 km from Seville city centre. Public transport options include:
Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa. ATMs are aTM near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa.
Available at Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sevilla, Estacion Santa Justa: Wheelchair accessible entrance and pathways.
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