How to travel from Albufeira to Guimarães

There are 3 options to travel between Albufeira and Guimarães including taking a bus, flight, and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Albufeira to Guimarães is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Albufeira to Guimarães:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Guimarães costing on average €56.

A bus is €39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albufeira to Guimarães costing on average €71.

The fastest way to travel from Albufeira to Guimarães is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 21m.

Bus takes on average 7h 49m.

The distance from Albufeira to Guimarães is approximately 300 miles (484 km).

The average frequency per day from Albufeira to Guimarães is:

• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Albufeira and Guimarães as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Albufeira to Guimarães:

• Buses mostly depart from Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário and arrive in Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem).
• Flights mostly depart from Faro Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Albufeira - Ferreiras and arrive in Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Albufeira to Guimarães, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Guimarães by train.
• Travel with Ryanair to go to Guimarães by flight.
• Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar to go to Guimarães by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Albufeira to Guimarães:

• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Albufeira to Guimarães often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Lisbon, Braga, Canidelo, Avintes. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Guimarães and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Guimarães to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Guimarães, you can explore the Alberto Sampaio Museum for regional religious art, visit vibrant local markets for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy cultural events to experience local traditions. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour and savor local cuisine at traditional Portuguese restaurants. Don't miss the Guimarães Castle for panoramic views, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza with its period art, and the historic Largo da Oliveira. Visit the Church of São Miguel do Castelo, believed to be the baptism site of Portugal's first king, and hike Penha Mountain for breathtaking views.

Spending 2 to 3 days in Guimarães is ideal to explore its historical sites, such as the Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, as well as to enjoy its charming streets and local cuisine.