What is the cheapest way to get from Gibraltar to Silves?

The cheapest way to get from Gibraltar to Silves is to bus and train which costs €9 - €60 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gibraltar to Silves?

The fastest way to get from Gibraltar to Silves is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs €65 - €100.

How far is it from Gibraltar to Silves?

The distance between Gibraltar and Silves is 515 km. The road distance is 438.8 km.

How do I travel from Gibraltar to Silves without a car?

The best way to get from Gibraltar to Silves without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 45m and costs €9 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Gibraltar to Silves?

It takes approximately 10h 45m to get from Gibraltar to Silves, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Gibraltar and Silves?

Silves is 1h behind Gibraltar. It is currently 8:38 PM in Gibraltar and 7:38 PM in Silves.

Can I drive from Gibraltar to Silves?

Yes, the driving distance between Gibraltar to Silves is 439 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Gibraltar to Silves.

Where can I stay near Silves?

There are 9566+ hotels available in Silves.

Gibraltar to Silves - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gibraltar to Silves by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Algeciras Puerto to Farobus
2. Take the train from Faro to Silvestrain Re
10h 45m
€9–57
Drive 438.8 km
1. Drive from Gibraltar to Silvescar 438.8 km
4h 30m
€69–99
Bus, train via Seville
1. Take the bus from Algeciras Puerto to Jerez de la Fronterabus
2. Take the train from Jerez De La Frontera to Sevilla-Santa Justatrain Alv
3. Take the bus from Sevilla Santa Justa to Farobus
4. Take the train from Faro to Silvestrain Re
11h 19m
€23–69

Gibraltar to Silves by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

10h 45mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gibraltar to Silves.

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Distance: 514.6 km
Duration: 10h 45m

What companies run services between Gibraltar and Silves, Portugal?

There is no direct connection from Gibraltar to Silves. However, you can take the bus to Estación de Algeciras San Bernardo, walk to Algeciras Puerto, take the bus to Faro, walk to Faro, then take the train to Silves. Alternatively, you can drive from Gibraltar to Silves in around 4h 30m.

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