How to travel from Porto to Albufeira

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Porto to Albufeira

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Albufeira 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 5h 46m. 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 $119.

Distance: 281 miles (453 km)

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Driving

$50

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$23

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Cheapest

$119

Average price

$168

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

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30m

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6h 19m

Average total duration

5h 49m

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5h 46m

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3h 46m

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4h 46m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.7kg

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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 Porto to Albufeira is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

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

A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Albufeira costing on average $50 (€41).

A bus is $96 (€78) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Albufeira costing on average $119 (€97).

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Albufeira is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 46m.

Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 19m.

Train takes on average 6h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Porto and Albufeira including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Porto to Albufeira among Omio's users.

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from Porto to Albufeira

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:00 PM6h45
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    6:45 PMAlbufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:00 PM6h45
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    6:45 PMAlbufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 9498
    9:05 PM1h10
    Porto Airport
    10:15 PMFaro Airport
    $1231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 512 · IC 574 · U 15728 · R 4668
    12:50 PM8h48
    Porto - Campanhã
    9:38 PMAlbufeira - Ferreiras
    $531One-way
    3 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 722 · IC 574
    2:45 PM6h53
    Porto - Campanhã
    9:38 PMAlbufeira - Ferreiras
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · IC 572
    8:45 AM8h27
    Porto - Campanhã
    5:12 PMAlbufeira - Ferreiras
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM7h00
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    9:30 PMAlbufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 PM7h10
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    8:10 PMAlbufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 AM7h30
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    10:30 AMAlbufeira, Terminal Rodoviário
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 5486
    6:15 AM1h10
    Porto Airport
    7:25 AMFaro Airport
    $1311One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 5452
    2:50 PM1h10
    Porto Airport
    4:00 PMFaro Airport
    $1391One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1931 · TP1907
    6:00 PM5h50
    Porto Airport
    11:50 PMFaro Airport
    $1501One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Porto to Albufeira

Travel to Albufeira 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 Porto to Albufeira.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Porto and Albufeira including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Albufeira is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

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

A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Albufeira costing on average $50 (€41).

A bus is $96 (€78) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Albufeira costing on average $119 (€97).

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Albufeira is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 46m.

Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 19m.

Train takes on average 6h 37m.

The distance from Porto to Albufeira is approximately 281 miles (453 km).
The average frequency per day from Porto to Albufeira is:
  • Around 36 buses per day.
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Porto and Albufeira 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 Porto to Albufeira:
  • Flights mostly depart from Porto Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Porto - Campanhã and arrive in Albufeira - Ferreiras.
  • Buses mostly depart from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã and arrive in Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Porto to Albufeira, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, TAP Portugal to go to Albufeira by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar, Alsa to go to Albufeira by bus.
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Albufeira by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Porto to Albufeira with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
Omio customers who travel from Porto to Albufeira often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Faro, Lagos, Seville, Portimao. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Albufeira and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Albufeira to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Albufeira, you can visit Zoomarine Algarve for dolphin shows and water attractions, explore the famous Benagil Cave by boat or kayak, and enjoy a vibrant nightlife in the local bars and clubs. Take a scenic coastal walk along the cliffs, or go on a jeep safari through the Algarve countryside. Don't miss the stunning Praia da Falésia beach, Albufeira Old Town with its charming streets, the picturesque Marina de Albufeira, the São Vicente de Albufeira Statue with panoramic views, and the Albufeira Archaeological Museum showcasing local history.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Albufeira's beaches, vibrant nightlife, and nearby attractions.
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