How to travel from Barcelona to Faro

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Compare bus and flight for Barcelona to Faro

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $102, while a flight costs an average of $418.

Distance: 618 miles (995 km)

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$418

Average price

$102

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$237

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6h 28m

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4h 28m

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21h 14m

Average total duration

20h 44m

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11h 57m

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1.0 - 2.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Faro is a bus with an average price of $102 (€85).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Faro:

A bus is $317 (€266) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Faro costing on average $418 (€351).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 28m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Faro including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Faro among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 29m sooner (4h 28m by flight vs 11h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $418 (€351) compared to roughly $237 (€199) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Faro

How to get from Barcelona to Faro by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Faro is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 6420
    10:15 PM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:15 PMFaro Airport
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 6420
    10:15 PM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:15 PMFaro Airport
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 6420
    10:15 PM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:15 PMFaro Airport
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06014+AlsaNormal
    1:13 PM13h16
    Barcelona Sants
    1:29 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $2271One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06014+AlsaNormal
    1:13 PM13h16
    Barcelona Sants
    1:29 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $2271One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06014+AlsaNormal
    1:13 PM13h31
    Barcelona Sants
    1:44 AMFaro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    $2271One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    7:45 AM21h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:15 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:10 AM20h50
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    11:00 PMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $811One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+easyJetU27656
    5:05 PM10h39
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:44 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $1771One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+easyJetU27656
    5:05 PM10h39
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:44 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $1771One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+easyJetU27656
    5:05 PM10h39
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:44 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $1771One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Faro

Travel to Faro 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 Barcelona to Faro.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Faro including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Faro is a bus with an average price of $102 (€85).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Faro:

A bus is $317 (€266) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Faro costing on average $418 (€351).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 28m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 14m.

The distance from Barcelona to Faro is approximately 618 miles (995 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Faro is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Faro:
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Faro, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus to go to Faro by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Vueling, TAP Portugal, Iberia, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, azores airlines, BA Euroflyer, Icelandair, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, BA Cityflyer, Air France, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Faro by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Faro:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Vueling, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Faro often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Seville, Lagos, Porto, Albufeira. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Faro and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Faro to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Faro, you can explore the charming Old Town with its cobbled streets, relax at the beautiful Praia de Faro beach, and savor traditional Portuguese dishes at local restaurants. Discover historic sites like the Arco da Vila, Sé Cathedral, and the Museu Municipal de Faro. Enjoy nature with a boat tour around the Ria Formosa Natural Park or by visiting the Igreja do Carmo, known for its Chapel of Bones. Don’t miss experiencing a cultural event or festival in the city.
To fully enjoy Faro's historic sites, local cuisine, and nearby natural attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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