How to travel from Madrid to Faro

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Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Faro

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, while a flight costs an average of $78.

Distance: 327 miles (527 km)

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$78

Average price

$53

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$140

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4h 45m

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2h 45m

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10h 49m

Average total duration

10h 19m

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6h 52m

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Faro is a bus with an average price of $53.

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

A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Faro costing on average $78.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Faro including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Faro among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 4h 7m sooner (2h 45m by flight vs 6h 52m by car) and save roughly $63 compared to fuel and tolls ($78 vs $140). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Madrid to Faro

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 1472
    10:40 PM1h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:05 PMFaro Airport
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 1472
    10:40 PM1h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:05 PMFaro Airport
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 1472
    10:40 PM1h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:05 PMFaro Airport
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06206+AlsaNormal
    7:35 PM6h54
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    1:29 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06076+AlsaNormal
    7:54 AM9h50
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    4:44 PMFaro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06076+AlsaNormal
    7:54 AM10h51
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    5:45 PMFaro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    5:00 PM12h15
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    4:15 AMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 AM12h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    7:30 PMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:55 AM12h35
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    12:30 PMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX1159+AlsaNormal
    6:30 AM9h44
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    3:14 PMFaro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    $1531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX1159+AlsaNormal
    6:30 AM9h59
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    3:29 PMFaro, Terminal Rodoviário
    $1531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX1159+AlsaNormal
    6:30 AM9h44
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    3:14 PMFaro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    $1571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Faro.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Faro including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Faro is a bus with an average price of $53.

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

A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Faro costing on average $78.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 49m.

The distance from Madrid to Faro is approximately 327 miles (527 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Faro is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 18 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Faro:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Faro, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte to go to Faro by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Iberia, TAP Portugal, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, Air Nostrum, Luxair to go to Faro by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Faro:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Faro often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Seville, Lagos, Albufeira, Porto. 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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