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Compare bus and train for Pombal to Portimao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pombal to Portimao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Pombal to Portimao, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Pombal to Portimao:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pombal to Portimao costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Portimao take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $69 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44 (€38). The journey takes 5h 50m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Pombal to Portimao by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Pombal to Portimao is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

11:15 AM 6h45 Pombal 6:00 PM Portimao $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:15 AM 6h45 Pombal 6:00 PM Portimao $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

11:15 AM 6h45 Pombal 6:00 PM Portimao $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

7:35 PM 11h45 Pombal 7:20 AM Portimao $25 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Pombal to Portimao:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pombal to Portimao costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Portimao take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
- Around 31 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pombal and Portimao as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Pombal station and arrive in Portimão.
- Buses mostly depart from Pombal, Terminal Rodoviário and arrive in Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada).
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Portimao by bus.
- Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Portimao by train.
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