How to travel from Albufeira to Porto

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Albufeira to Porto

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albufeira to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a flight costs an average of $101.

Distance: 281 miles (453 km)

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Driving

$49

Average price

$23

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Cheapest

$101

Average price

$166

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 29m

Average total duration

4h 59m

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30m

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6h 45m

Average total duration

6h 15m

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30m

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4h 36m

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2h 36m

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2h 0m

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4h 48m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.7kg

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FlixBus

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Ryanair

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Albufeira to Porto is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Porto costing on average $49.

A bus is $78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albufeira to Porto costing on average $101.

The fastest way to travel from Albufeira to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 29m.

Bus takes on average 6h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Albufeira and Porto including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Albufeira to Porto among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $49 compared to roughly $166 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $117. The journey takes 4h 59m versus 4h 48m 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.

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from Albufeira to Porto

How to get from Albufeira to Porto by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Albufeira to Porto is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM7h19
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    11:59 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM7h19
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    11:59 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 8274
    8:00 AM1h10
    Faro Airport
    9:10 AMPorto Airport
    $1931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 672 · IC 723
    2:38 PM8h05
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    10:43 PMPorto - Campanhã
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 670 · AP 133
    9:38 AM7h10
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    4:48 PMPorto - Campanhã
    $671One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalAP 186
    4:24 PM5h24
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    9:48 PMPorto - Campanhã
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 PM7h20
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    12:05 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:45 AM6h35
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    5:20 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 PM6h40
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    10:15 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1908 · TP1922
    6:05 AM2h55
    Faro Airport
    9:00 AMPorto Airport
    $1911One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1908 · TP1924
    6:05 AM3h55
    Faro Airport
    10:00 AMPorto Airport
    $1911One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1908 · TP1926
    6:05 AM4h30
    Faro Airport
    10:35 AMPorto Airport
    $1911One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Albufeira to Porto

Travel to Porto easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Albufeira to Porto.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Albufeira and Porto including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Albufeira to Porto is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Porto costing on average $49.

A bus is $78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albufeira to Porto costing on average $101.

The fastest way to travel from Albufeira to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 29m.

Bus takes on average 6h 45m.

The distance from Albufeira to Porto is approximately 281 miles (453 km).
The average frequency per day from Albufeira to Porto is:
  • Around 31 buses per day.
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Albufeira to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Faro Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Albufeira - Ferreiras and arrive in Porto - Campanhã.
  • Buses mostly depart from Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Albufeira to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Porto by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, TAP Portugal, PGA-Portugalia Airlines to go to Porto by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, Rodonotre, Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Porto by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Albufeira to Porto with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Albufeira to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.
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