How to travel from Zurich to Faro

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Compare bus and flight for Zurich to Faro

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €196 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.8 - 4.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €196, while a flight costs an average of €513.

Distance: 1101 miles (1773 km)

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Driving

€513

Average price

€196

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Cheapest

€528

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 44m

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40h 53m

Average total duration

40h 23m

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30m

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21h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

5.3 - 10.6kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 4.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Faro is a bus with an average price of €196.

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

A bus is €318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Faro costing on average €513.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 44m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 40h 53m.

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

You'll arrive about 17h 12m sooner (4h 44m by flight vs 21h 56m by car) and save roughly €14 compared to fuel and tolls (€513 vs €528). 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 Zurich to Faro

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM44h35
    Zurich
    4:00 PMFaro
    1411One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM44h35
    Zurich
    4:00 PMFaro
    1411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM44h35
    Zurich
    4:00 PMFaro
    1411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:25 PM47h35
    Zurich
    3:00 PMFaro
    2541One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Faro.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zurich and Faro including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Faro is a flight with an average price of €137.

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

A flight is €35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Faro costing on average €172.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Faro is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Faro take longer:

Bus takes on average 35h 29m.

The distance from Zurich to Faro is approximately 1101 miles (1773 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Faro is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich 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 Zurich to Faro:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Faro, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Faro by bus.
  • Travel with easyJet, Transavia France, Vueling, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air to go to Faro by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Faro with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich 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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