The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station without transferring at least once.
IC 572 · R 44191:45 PM3h54Lisboa - Santa Apolonia5:39 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
IC 570 · R 44119:45 AM3h46Lisboa - Santa Apolonia1:31 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
IC 574 · IR 9336:15 PM3h47Lisboa - Santa Apolonia10:02 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
IC 570 · R 44119:45 AM3h46Lisboa - Santa Apolonia1:31 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
IC 574 · IR 9336:15 PM3h47Lisboa - Santa Apolonia10:02 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
IC 572 · R 44191:45 PM3h54Lisboa - Santa Apolonia5:39 PMFaro station€251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€19 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €134 Average price | €70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station costing on average €19.
A bus is €128 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station costing on average €134.
Other travel options to Faro station take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Bus takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €52. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station train times
The table below shows live departures for Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4427 · IC 574 | 5:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h17 | 10:02 PM Faro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 574 · IR 933 | 6:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h47 | 10:02 PM Faro station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
R 4411 · IC 570 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h46 | 1:31 PM Faro station | 1 transfer | |
R 4419 · IC 572 | 1:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h54 | 5:39 PM Faro station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station
Trains from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 6:15 PM |
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Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Lisboa - Santa Apolonia and Faro station from €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 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station 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 Faro station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station
Most Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Faro station trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Faro station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisboa - Santa Apolonia and Faro station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia train station facilities and services
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
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.
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