The cheapest and fastest trains from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vila Real de Santo António for Faro Airport on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
2:33 PM1h09Vila Real de Santo António3:42 PMFaro Airport$81One-way0 transfers
2:33 PM1h09Vila Real de Santo António3:42 PMFaro Airport$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m 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 Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Faro Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 12m.
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
Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5722 | 9:07 PM Vila Real de Santo António station | 1h00 | 10:07 PM Bom João halt | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5722 | 9:07 PM Vila Real de Santo António station | 1h04 | 10:11 PM Faro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 2:33 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 1h09 | 3:42 PM Faro Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport
Trains from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. 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 14:33, the last at 17:53. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 2:33 PM |
Last train 5:53 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Vila Real de Santo António and Faro Airport 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 Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vila Real de Santo António to Faro Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Restaurante Cuca
- Restaurante O Pescador
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Pousada Vila Real de Santo António
- Hotel Apolo
- Grand House Algarve
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for regional trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are accessible from the station
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