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Museu de Portimão
Local museum in Portimão focused on the canning industry, riverfront life, and regional heritage inside a restored industrial complex.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$11
Fastest journey on Sep 19
54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 19
14
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Estombar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Estombar will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 14 trains from Faro to Estombar, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
R 5908
R 5914
R 5802
R 5904
R 5804
IR 880
R 5802
R 5902
R 5904
R 5800Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Estombar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Faro to Estombar:
A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Faro to Estombar costing on average $12.
Other travel options to Estombar take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around $10 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 49m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Estombar trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5900 | 6:34 AM Faro station | 1h08 | 7:42 AM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 182 · R 5902 | 7:00 AM Faro station | 2h41 | 9:41 AM Estômbar-Lagoa | 1 transfer | |
R 5902 | 8:36 AM Faro station | 1h05 | 9:41 AM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 670 · IR 880 | 9:15 AM Faro station | 2h15 | 11:30 AM Estômbar-Lagoa | 1 transfer | |
IR 880 | 10:36 AM Faro station | 0h54 | 11:30 AM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5904 | 12:36 PM Faro station | 1h06 | 1:42 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 672 · R 5800 | 2:15 PM Faro station | 1h27 | 3:42 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 1 transfer | |
R 5800 | 2:36 PM Faro station | 1h06 | 3:42 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 186 · R 5908 | 4:00 PM Faro station | 1h46 | 5:46 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 1 transfer | |
R 5908 | 4:36 PM Faro station | 1h10 | 5:46 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5802 | 5:47 PM Faro station | 1h03 | 6:50 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 674 · R 5804 | 6:15 PM Faro station | 2h35 | 8:50 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 1 transfer | |
R 5804 | 7:36 PM Faro station | 1h14 | 8:50 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5914 | 8:40 PM Faro station | 1h22 | 10:02 PM Estômbar-Lagoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Faro to Estombar run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 8:57 PM |
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Local museum in Portimão focused on the canning industry, riverfront life, and regional heritage inside a restored industrial complex.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Estombar 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 Estombar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Faro to Estombar trains use the Faro to Estombar-Lagoa station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro and Estombar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: O Seu Café, Restaurante Centenário, Choco & Nut
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Faro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Faro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Faro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Faro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faro: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Faro & Beach Club, Hotel Eva Senses, Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo.
Bom Joao is 1 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:
Bom Joao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bom Joao.
ATMs are available at Bom Joao.
Available at Bom Joao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bom Joao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bom Joao.
Estombar-Lagoa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Estombar-Lagoa.
Available at Estombar-Lagoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Estombar-Lagoa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Estombar-Lagoa.
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