The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Faro Airport for Vila Real de Santo António on Sun, Jun 21, 2 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 trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
7:27 PM1h07Faro Airport8:34 PMVila Real de Santo António$71One-way0 transfers
6:27 PM1h07Faro Airport7:34 PMVila Real de Santo António$81One-way0 transfers
7:27 PM1h07Faro Airport8:34 PMVila Real de Santo António$71One-way0 transfers
6:27 PM1h07Faro Airport7:34 PMVila Real de Santo António$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António costing on average $9 (€8).
Other travel options to Vila Real de Santo António take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 33m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António train times
The table below shows live departures for Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:27 PM Faro Airport | 1h07 | 7:34 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 PM Faro Airport | 1h07 | 8:34 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António
Trains from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:26, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 5:26 PM |
Last train 9:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Faro Airport and Vila Real de Santo António from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vila Real de Santo António, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António
Most Faro Airport to Vila Real de Santo António trains use the Faro to Vila Real de Santo Antonio station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro Airport and Vila Real de Santo António train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Faro from Faro city centre
Faro train station facilities and services
Faro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: O Seu Café, Restaurante Centenário, Choco & Nut
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Faro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Faro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Faro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Faro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Faro & Beach Club, Hotel Eva Senses, Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo.
Getting to Bom Joao from Faro city centre
Bom Joao is 1 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Bom Joao train station facilities and services
Bom Joao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bom Joao.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bom Joao.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bom Joao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bom Joao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bom Joao.
Getting to Vila Real de Santo Antonio from Vila Real de Santo António city centre
Vila Real de Santo Antonio train station facilities and services
Vila Real de Santo Antonio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Cuca, Restaurante O Pescador
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vila Real de Santo Antonio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vila Real de Santo Antonio: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Real de Santo Antonio: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pousada Vila Real de Santo António, Hotel Apolo, Grand House Algarve.
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