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Museu Municipal de Arqueologia de Albufeira
Municipal archaeology museum in the historic center, displaying finds from prehistoric, Roman, Islamic, and early modern periods that explain Albufeira’s long coastal history.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Viana do Castelo for Albufeira on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 514 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $103 Average price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira costing on average $53 (€44).
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira costing on average $103 (€85).
Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 16m.
Bus takes on average 7h 24m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Viana do Castelo to Albufeira buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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10 · 95 | 1:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 8h15 | 9:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
49 · 67 | 2:45 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 7h30 | 10:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
50 · 95 | 3:15 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 7h55 | 11:10 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
49 · 69 | 5:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 9h40 | 2:40 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
60 · 97 | 6:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 7h15 | 1:15 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
12 · 91 | 6:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 9h45 | 3:45 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
60+ 91 | 7:15 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 8h30 | 3:45 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 9:40 AM Viana do Castelo | 9h30 | 7:10 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 AM Viana do Castelo | 9h30 | 8:10 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Viana do Castelo to Albufeira run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 319 miles (514 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 319 miles (514 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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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.
Municipal archaeology museum in the historic center, displaying finds from prehistoric, Roman, Islamic, and early modern periods that explain Albufeira’s long coastal history.
Small sacred art museum in a former chapel, featuring religious pieces tied to local churches and Algarve devotional traditions. A worthwhile stop for visitors exploring the old town.
Municipal art gallery hosting rotating exhibitions in a historic building. It is one of the main places in Albufeira to see temporary contemporary and local art shows.
The historic heart of the city, filled with whitewashed lanes, small squares, viewpoints, and easy access to the beach. It is the essential area for first-time visitors.
One of Albufeira’s best viewpoints, overlooking Praia dos Pescadores and the coastline. Especially popular for sunset photos and social-media-friendly panoramas.
Central square in the old town, surrounded by classic Albufeira scenery and close to key landmarks. It is a natural starting point for exploring on foot.
A classic Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper cataplana with shellfish, fish, tomato, onion, and herbs. It is one of the region’s signature dishes and closely associated with coastal Albufeira.
Grilled sardines seasoned simply with salt and served with potatoes or salad. Fresh sardines are a staple of southern Portuguese seaside dining and are especially popular in summer.
A rich, soupy seafood rice made with prawns, clams, and other shellfish. It is beloved along the Algarve coast for its deep ocean flavor and generous seafood.
A renowned fine dining restaurant near Albufeira, celebrated for refined Portuguese and international cuisine, polished service, and an elegant oceanfront setting.
An established restaurant known for Portuguese and Mediterranean cooking, including seafood and grilled meats, with a charming garden atmosphere.
A popular traditional-style restaurant serving hearty Portuguese dishes, grilled fish, and regional specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for Portugal: budget dining is easy, but beach areas and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated for good service; small tips for taxis and hotel staff are welcome, not required.
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Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade -> Terminal Rodoviario de Albufeira
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viana do Castelo 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.

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