There are 6 ways to get from Faro to Lisbon by bus, train, night bus, rideshare, car or plane
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The cheapest way to get from Faro to Lisbon is to rideshare which costs 10€ and takes 3h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Faro to Lisbon is to fly which costs 65€ - 290€ and takes 2h 17m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Faro and arriving at Lisboa Sete Rios. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Faro and arriving at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.
The distance between Faro and Lisbon is 216 km. The road distance is 279.7 km.
The best way to get from Faro to Lisbon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs 13€ - 35€.
The bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.
Faro to Lisbon bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Faro station.
Faro to Lisbon train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, depart from Faro station.
The best way to get from Faro to Lisbon is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs 13€ - 35€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 21€ - 30€ and takes 3h 24m, you could also fly, which costs 65€ - 290€ and takes 2h 17m.
- Distance: 216.2 km
- Duration: 3h 15m
What companies run services between Faro, Portugal and Lisbon, Portugal?
Rede Expressos operates a bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios hourly. Tickets cost 13€ - 17€ and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Comboios De Portugal operates a train from Faro to Lisboa - Entrecampos twice daily. Tickets cost 21€ - 30€ and the journey takes 3h 24m.
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Faro to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 240€
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 707 210 220
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Faro to Lisboa - Entrecampos
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 24m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 30€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 21€ - 30€
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
- 707 22 33 44
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 17€
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
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
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Faro to Lisbon Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 35€
- Website
- alsa.com
- Phone
- +351 707 223 344
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 22€
- Website
- RenEX
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Night bus from Faro, Faro to Lisbon, Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 19€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Faro Municipality to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 10€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Faro to Lisbon bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Lisboa Sete Rios station.
Faro to Lisbon train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, arrive at Lisboa - Entrecampos station.
Yes, the driving distance between Faro to Lisbon is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Faro to Lisbon.
TAP Portugal offers flights from Faro Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Book your Faro to Lisbon bus tickets online with Omio and Busbud.
There are 6023+ hotels available in Lisbon. Prices start at 87€ per night.
The best way to get from Faro to Faro Airport is to line 16 bus which takes 7 min and costs 1€ - 3€.