- Recommended
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
$31
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Olhao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Olhao will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Olhao without transferring at least once.
IC 570 · R 5711
IC 570 · R 5711
IC 572 · R 5717
R 4411 · IC 570 · R 5711
IC 574 · R 5725
AP 184 · R 5723
AP 180 · R 5707
AP 184 · R 5723
AP 180 · R 5707
IC 574 · R 5725Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Olhao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Olhao:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Olhao costing on average $28 (€22).
A bus is $192 (€155) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Olhao costing on average $205 (€165).
Other travel options to Olhao take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $89 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€49). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 53m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Olhao trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 180 · R 4407 · R 5707 | 7:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h55 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 2 transfers | |
AP 180 · R 5715 | 8:23 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h01 | 5:24 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5711 | 8:23 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h42 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5713 | 8:23 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h03 | 3:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5707 | 8:23 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h17 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5707 | 8:31 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h09 | 11:40 AM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 570 · R 4411 · R 5711 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h20 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 2 transfers | |
IC 570 · R 5711 | 10:02 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h03 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 570 · R 5713 | 10:02 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h24 | 3:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 570 · R 5715 | 10:02 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h22 | 5:24 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 570 · R 5717 | 10:02 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h01 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 570 · R 5711 | 10:10 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h55 | 2:05 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 572 · R 5725 | 2:02 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h24 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 572 · R 5721 | 2:02 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h36 | 7:38 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 572 · R 5723 | 2:02 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h38 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 572 · R 5717 | 2:02 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h01 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 572 · R 5717 | 2:10 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h53 | 6:03 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5723 · R 4425 | 4:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h55 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 2 transfers | |
AP 184 · R 5725 | 5:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h03 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5723 | 5:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h17 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5723 | 5:31 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h09 | 8:40 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 574 · R 4427 · R 5725 | 5:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h41 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 2 transfers | |
IC 574 · R 5725 | 6:32 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h54 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
IC 574 · R 5725 | 6:40 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h46 | 10:26 PM Olhão | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lisbon to Olhao run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 6:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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 Lisbon 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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