How to travel from Albufeira to Setúbal

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Compare bus and train for Albufeira to Setúbal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albufeira to Setúbal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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$18

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$11

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$73

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2h 41m

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2h 11m

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30m

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3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

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2h 6m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Albufeira to Setúbal is a bus with an average price of $11.

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

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Setúbal costing on average $18.

The fastest way to travel from Albufeira to Setúbal is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Setúbal take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Albufeira and Setúbal including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Albufeira to Setúbal 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 $18 compared to roughly $73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $56. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 2h 6m 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 Setúbal

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Rede Expressos
    8:15 PM2h20
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    10:35 PMSetúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Rede Expressos
    8:15 PM2h20
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    10:35 PMSetúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Comboios De PortugalAP 186
    4:24 PM1h58
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    6:22 PMPinhal Novo station
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 674
    6:38 PM2h26
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    9:04 PMPinhal Novo station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 672
    2:38 PM2h28
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    5:06 PMPinhal Novo station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 670
    9:38 AM2h28
    Albufeira - Ferreiras
    12:06 PMPinhal Novo station
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    11:00 AM2h20
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    1:20 PMSetúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    3:45 PM2h20
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    6:05 PMSetúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM7h30
    Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    3:45 AMSetúbal, Interface Transportes
    $131One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Albufeira to Setúbal

Travel to Setúbal 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 Setúbal.

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There are 2 options to travel between Albufeira and Setúbal including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Albufeira to Setúbal is a bus with an average price of $11.

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

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albufeira to Setúbal costing on average $18.

The fastest way to travel from Albufeira to Setúbal is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Setúbal take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

The distance from Albufeira to Setúbal is approximately 105 miles (169 km).
The average frequency per day from Albufeira to Setúbal is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Albufeira to Setúbal:
  • Trains mostly depart from Albufeira - Ferreiras and arrive in Pinhal Novo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário and arrive in Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Albufeira to Setúbal, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Setúbal by train.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Setúbal by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Albufeira to Setúbal with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Albufeira to Setúbal often also extend their vacation to go to Lisboa - Entrecampos, Lisbon, Porto, Évora, Faro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Setúbal and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Setúbal to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Setúbal, you can enjoy dolphin watching with a boat tour to see bottlenose dolphins in the Sado River. Explore the old town's charming streets, visit the Convento de Jesus for its Manueline architecture, and enjoy a wine tasting tour at a local vineyard in the Setúbal Peninsula. Take a scenic drive along the Estrada de Escarpa for breathtaking coastal views. Top sights include Parque Natural da Arrábida with its stunning landscapes and wildlife, the historic Castelo de São Filipe with panoramic views, the vibrant Mercado do Livramento for fresh seafood, Praia da Figueirinha beach, and the Museu de Setúbal.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Setúbal's beautiful beaches, taste local cuisine, and visit attractions like the Arrábida Natural Park and the Livramento Market.
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