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There are 7 ways to get from Barcelona to Olhão by train, bus, ferry, car or plane

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Train, bus

  1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Sevilla-Santa Justa
  2. Take the bus from Sevilla Estación Santa Justa to Tavira

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Fly to Sevilla, bus

  1. Fly from Barcelona (BCN) to Sevilla (SVQ)
  2. Take the bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Tavira

Train, bus via Madrid

  1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
  2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
  3. Take the bus from Sevilla Estación Santa Justa to Tavira

Bus

  1. Take the bus from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station to Albufeira Bus Station

Bus, ferry

  1. Take the Bus from Barcelona to Ayamonte
  2. Take the ferry from Ayamonte to Vila Real de Santo António
  3. Take the bus from Vila Real S Antonio to Olhao

Drive

  1. Drive from Barcelona to Olhão

Fly to Faro

  1. Fly from Barcelona (BCN) to Faro (FAO)

Barcelona to Olhão by train and bus

14 Weekly Services
10h 20m Average Duration
€139 Cheapest Price
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  • Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
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Yes, entry into Portugal is currently allowed from Spain.

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Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

  • Face masks are recommended
  • There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
  • There are no current restrictions

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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Olhão is 808 24 24 24.

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Olhão is recommended.

The social distance requirement in Olhão is 2 metres.

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 808 24 24 24.

No, returning to Spain from Portugal is currently allowed.

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Last updated: 8 Mar 2023
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The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Olhão is to fly which costs €30 - €130 and takes 6h 16m.

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The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Olhão is to fly. Taking this option will cost €30 - €130 and takes 6h 16m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona station to Olhão. However, there are services departing from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station and arriving at Olhao via Albufeira. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 35m.

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The distance between Barcelona and Olhão is 989 km. The road distance is 1183.3 km.

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The best way to get from Barcelona to Olhão without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 20m and costs €130 - €240.

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It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from Barcelona to Olhão, including transfers.

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Barcelona to Olhão bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station.

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The best way to get from Barcelona to Olhão is to bus which takes 22h 35m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €30 - €130 and takes 6h 16m.

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The quickest flight from Barcelona Airport to Faro Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 55m.

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Barcelona to Olhão bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Albufeira Bus Station.

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Map of how to get from Barcelona to Olhão.
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  • Distance: 988.6 km
  • Duration: 10h 20m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Olhão, Portugal?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station to Albufeira Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost €45 - €65 and the journey takes 20h 30m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Vueling Airlines and two other airlines fly from Barcelona to Olhão twice daily.

Airlines
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
Ave. Duration
1h 55m
When
Monday
Estimated price
€35 - €180
Flights from Barcelona to Faro via Porto
Ave. Duration
4h 15m
When
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Estimated price
€35 - €180
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
Ave. Duration
1h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€16 - €150
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla via Ibiza
Ave. Duration
3h 20m
When
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Estimated price
€16 - €150
Vueling Airlines
Website
vueling.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
Ave. Duration
2h
When
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price
€40 - €110
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
Ave. Duration
1h 39m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€21 - €190
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla via Madrid
Ave. Duration
3h 32m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€65 - €200
Iberia
Website
iberia.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
Ave. Duration
2h
When
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price
€40 - €110
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
Ave. Duration
1h 39m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€21 - €190
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla via Madrid
Ave. Duration
3h 32m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€65 - €200
TAP Portugal
Website
flytap.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro via Lisbon
Ave. Duration
4h 12m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€35 - €190
easyJet
Website
easyjet.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
Ave. Duration
2h 10m
When
Monday and Friday
Estimated price
€35 - €280
Train operators
Renfe AVE
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Contact Details
Phone
+34 91 232 03 20
Website
renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Sevilla-Santa Justa
Ave. Duration
5h 35m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€110 - €190
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Promo
€110 - €140
Promo+
€115 - €125
Flexible
€150 - €190
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€60 - €120
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Promo
€60 - €80
Promo+
€68 - €73
Flexible
€90 - €120
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
Ave. Duration
2h 34m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€45 - €95
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Promo
€45 - €65
Promo+
€54 - €58
Flexible
€70 - €95
Renfe Viajeros

Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.

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Contact Details
Phone
+34 91 232 03 20
Website
renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
Ave. Duration
3h 17m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
€35 - €50
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
Ave. Duration
3h 6m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€30 - €40
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Bus operators
ALSA

A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.

Contact Details
Phone
+34 910 207 007
Email
alsa@alsa.es
Website
alsa.es
Bus from Sevilla Estación Santa Justa to Tavira
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€26 - €40
Website
https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Tavira
Ave. Duration
2h
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€25 - €40
Website
https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Union Ivkoni
Avanza Grupo
Rede Expressos

Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.

Contact Details
Phone
+351 21 75 24 524
Website
rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Vila Real S Antonio to Olhao
Ave. Duration
1h
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€8 - €11
Website
https://www.rede-expressos.pt/en
Bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Tavira
Ave. Duration
2h
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€11 - €14
Website
https://www.rede-expressos.pt/en
EVA Transportes
Phone
+351 289 899 700
Email
clientes@eva-bus.com
Website
eva-bus.com
Bus from Vila Real S. António to Olhão
Ave. Duration
1h 25m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
€4 - €6
Schedules at
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RenEX
Phone
+351 707 223 344
Email
cliente@rne.pt
Website
rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Vila Real S Antonio to Olhao
Ave. Duration
55 min
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€4 - €7
Website
RenEX
Ferry operators
Transporte Fluvial del Guadiana
Phone
+34 652 525 168
Website
rioguadiana.net
Ferry from Ayamonte to Vila Real de Santo António
Ave. Duration
15 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€3
Schedules at
rioguadiana.net

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Olhão is 1h behind Barcelona. It is currently 5:22 PM in Barcelona and 4:22 PM in Olhão.

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Olhão is 1183 km. It takes approximately 11h 27m to drive from Barcelona to Olhão.

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Vueling Airlines, easyJet, TAP Portugal and Ryanair offer flights from Barcelona Airport to Faro Airport.

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There are 266+ hotels available in Olhão. Prices start at €87 per night.

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The best way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is to train which takes 25 min and costs .

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