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Museu Municipal de Olhão
Local history museum in a restored 18th-century building, with exhibits on Olhão’s fishing, canning, and community heritage.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lagos to Olhao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lagos to Olhao will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
It's difficult to get from Lagos to Olhao without transferring at least once.
R 5905 · R 5705
R 5917 · R 5725
R 5907 · R 5711
R 5911 · R 5715
R 5913 · R 5721
R 5909 · R 5713
R 5917 · R 5725
R 5911 · R 5715
R 5905 · R 5705
R 5913 · R 5721Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lagos to Olhao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$11 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lagos to Olhao:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lagos to Olhao costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Olhao take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
The table below shows live departures for Lagos to Olhao trains for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5915 · R 5723 | 6:27 PM Lagos station | 2h13 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5915 · R 5725 | 6:27 PM Lagos station | 3h59 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5917 · R 5725 | 8:11 PM Lagos station | 2h15 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
R 5901 · R 5711 | 6:10 AM Lagos station | 7h55 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5901 · R 5707 | 6:10 AM Lagos station | 5h30 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5901 · R 5705 | 6:10 AM Lagos station | 3h55 | 10:05 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5903 · R 5705 | 6:54 AM Lagos station | 3h11 | 10:05 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5903 · R 5707 | 6:54 AM Lagos station | 4h46 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5903 · R 5711 | 6:54 AM Lagos station | 7h11 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5905 · R 5705 | 7:47 AM Lagos station | 2h18 | 10:05 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5905 · R 5707 | 7:47 AM Lagos station | 3h53 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5905 · R 5713 | 7:47 AM Lagos station | 7h39 | 3:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5905 · R 5711 | 7:47 AM Lagos station | 6h18 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5907 · R 5711 | 11:10 AM Lagos station | 2h55 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5907 · R 5713 | 11:10 AM Lagos station | 4h16 | 3:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5907 · R 5717 | 11:10 AM Lagos station | 6h53 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5907 · R 5715 | 11:10 AM Lagos station | 6h14 | 5:24 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5909 · R 5717 | 1:23 PM Lagos station | 4h40 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5909 · R 5713 | 1:23 PM Lagos station | 2h03 | 3:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5909 · R 5715 | 1:23 PM Lagos station | 4h01 | 5:24 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5909 · R 5721 | 1:23 PM Lagos station | 6h15 | 7:38 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5911 · R 5721 | 3:09 PM Lagos station | 4h29 | 7:38 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5911 · R 5715 | 3:09 PM Lagos station | 2h15 | 5:24 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5911 · R 5717 | 3:09 PM Lagos station | 2h54 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5911 · R 5723 | 3:09 PM Lagos station | 5h31 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5913 · R 5723 | 5:20 PM Lagos station | 3h20 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5913 · R 5721 | 5:20 PM Lagos station | 2h18 | 7:38 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
R 5913 · R 5725 | 5:20 PM Lagos station | 5h06 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lagos to Olhao run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Olhão — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Olhão trip today.
Local history museum in a restored 18th-century building, with exhibits on Olhão’s fishing, canning, and community heritage.
Major archaeological and art museum in Faro, housed in a historic convent and often paired with an eastern Algarve day trip.
Small museum space dedicated to traditional Algarve cheese-making, offering insight into local rural food heritage and crafts.
Olhão’s lively waterfront promenade, lined with market buildings, marina views, and ferry access to the barrier islands.
Historic quarter of cubist houses, narrow lanes, and rooftop terraces that gives Olhão its distinctive North African-influenced character.
Important nature area on the edge of Olhão with walking trails, wetlands, birdlife, and scenic viewpoints over the lagoon.
An Algarve seafood stew cooked in a clam-shaped copper pan with shellfish, fish, tomato, onion, and herbs. It is one of the region's signature dishes.
A soupy rice dish made with razor clams, garlic, coriander, and olive oil. It is especially associated with the Ria Formosa and Olhão's fishing tradition.
A traditional Algarve dish of creamy cornmeal, often served with small clams. It reflects the area's rural and coastal cooking heritage.
A more refined restaurant offering creative Algarve cuisine with quality local ingredients in a stylish setting in central Olhão.
Popular casual restaurant famous for fresh grilled fish and seafood served in an informal, lively setting near the waterfront.
Well-known Olhão restaurant focused on Algarve seafood and traditional Portuguese flavors, with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Portugal: seafood can raise prices, but cafés, markets, and simple local restaurants stay fairly affordable.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up for taxis. Small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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Olhão Station, Olhão -> Baixa De Olhão, Olhão
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lagos to Olhao 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 Olhao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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