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Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho
Lagos’s main municipal museum, next to Santo António Church, with archaeology, sacred art and local history collections.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tavira to Lagos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tavira to Lagos will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 12 buses that leave Tavira for Lagos on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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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FlixBus · FlixBus
69 · 67Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tavira to Lagos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Tavira to Lagos:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tavira to Lagos costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Lagos take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Tavira to Lagos buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
91 · 67 | 12:45 AM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 4h25 | 5:10 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
69 · 67 | 6:35 AM Conceicao de Tavira, N125 (Encruzilhada) | 3h25 | 10:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
69 · 67 | 6:45 AM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 3h15 | 10:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 3h15 | 11:45 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:00 AM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 2h45 | 1:45 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 3h20 | 4:15 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 · 67 | 1:20 PM Conceicao de Tavira, N125 (Encruzilhada) | 4h00 | 5:20 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
97 · 67 | 1:30 PM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 3h50 | 5:20 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 2h45 | 4:45 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
91 · 67 | 4:05 PM Conceicao de Tavira, N125 (Encruzilhada) | 5h35 | 9:40 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
11 · 67 | 6:45 PM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 4h50 | 11:35 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Tavira, Estação de autocarros | 2h45 | 10:15 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tavira to Lagos run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Lagos — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lagos trip today.
Lagos’s main municipal museum, next to Santo António Church, with archaeology, sacred art and local history collections.
Creative arts center and exhibition space in a former jail, known for contemporary art, installations and cultural events.
Interpretive exhibition inside the former slave market building, presenting the history of slavery and Lagos’s role in it.
One of Lagos’s signature beaches, famous for clear water, golden cliffs and highly photogenic Algarve scenery.
Small cove reached by a long wooden staircase, celebrated for turquoise water and viewpoints popular on social media.
The walled historic center with cobbled lanes, small plazas, tiled façades and many of the city’s main heritage sights.
A signature Algarve seafood stew of clams, prawns, fish, and aromatics cooked in a copper cataplana. It is one of the region’s most iconic coastal dishes.
Rice cooked with razor clams, garlic, herbs, and broth. A classic Algarve dish that highlights the freshness of local shellfish.
A traditional Algarve porridge made from coarse maize meal, often enriched with clams, bacon, or local herbs. It reflects the region’s rural cooking traditions.
A long-established Lagos restaurant known for refined Portuguese and international cuisine, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere near the old town.
A well-known traditional restaurant popular for hearty Portuguese cooking, especially seafood and regional specialties, in a small and lively setting.
An established clifftop seafood restaurant famous for fresh fish, shellfish, and ocean views. It is one of the most recognized dining spots around Lagos.
Moderate for Portugal. Meals and coffee are reasonable, but summer lodging and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is optional: round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; small change for cafés; round up taxis.
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Lagos Terminal Rodoviário, Lagos -> Lagos Centro, Lagos
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