There are 6 ways to get from Lisbon to Faro by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Faro is to rideshare which costs 10€ - 17€ and takes 3 h 11 min.
The quickest way to get from Lisbon to Faro is to drive which costs 30€ - 50€ and takes 2 h 42 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lisbon Sete Rios Station station and arriving at Faro. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 h 35 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Entrecampos and arriving at Faro(P). Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 h 52 min.
The distance between Lisbon and Faro is 216 km. The road distance is 278.8 km.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Faro without a car is to train which takes 2 h 52 min and costs 18€ - 40€.
The train from Entrecampos to Faro(P) takes 2 h 52 min including transfers and departs every four hours.
Lisbon to Faro bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Lisbon Sete Rios Station.
Lisbon to Faro train services, operated by Portuguese Railways (CP), depart from Entrecampos station.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Faro is to train which takes 2 h 52 min and costs 18€ - 40€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 19€ - 26€ and takes 3 h 35 min, you could also fly, which costs 45€ - 190€ and takes 3 h 7 min.
- Distance: 135.1 miles
- Duration: 2 h 52 min
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Faro, Portugal?
Portuguese Railways (CP) operates a train from Lisbon to Faro every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21 - $45 and the journey takes 2 h 52 min. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Lisbon to Faro every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21 - $27 and the journey takes 3 h 35 min. EVA Transportes also services this route every 4 hours.
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Lisbon to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $55 - $270
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal, and spans over 2700km, with trains being split into four main types: regional 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 train stations connect to trains in Portugal's main 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.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 707 210 220
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Entrecampos to Faro(P)
- Ave. Duration
- 2 h 52 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $21 - $45
- Website
- cp.pt
- 2nd Class
- $21 - $29
- 1st Class
- $28 - $45
- Phone
- 707 22 33 44
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisbon Sete Rios Station to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 3 h 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $21 - $27
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
- Book at
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisbon Oriente Station to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2 h 41 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $21 - $28
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
- Book at
- rede-expressos.pt
- Phone
- 707 223 344
- reservas@eva-bus.com
- Website
- eva-bus.com
Bus from Lisbon Sete Rios Station to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 3 h 15 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $22 - $30
- Schedules at
- eva-bus.com
- Book 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 so you’re never bored on your journey. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. Flexibility is another highlight of an ALSA journey, with 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 Lisboa Oriente to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 3 h 45 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $27 - $45
- Website
- alsa.com
A ridesharing platform with 40 million users, Blablacar gives you access to destinations without worrying about on-the-road chaos. 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 be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Lisbon to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 3 h 11 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $11 - $20
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Lisbon Airport to Faro Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Lisbon to Faro bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Faro station.
Lisbon to Faro train services, operated by Portuguese Railways (CP), arrive at Faro(P) station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Faro is 279 km. It takes approximately 2 h 42 min to drive from Lisbon to Faro.
TAP Portugal offers flights from Lisbon Airport to Faro Airport.
There are 1835+ hotels available in Faro. Prices start at $51 USD per night.
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lisbon and Faro. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is to bus which takes 20 min and costs 8€.