What is the cheapest way to get from Marbella to Albufeira?

The cheapest way to get from Marbella to Albufeira is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marbella to Albufeira?

The fastest way to get from Marbella to Albufeira is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Marbella and Albufeira?

No, there is no direct bus from Marbella to Albufeira. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella and arriving at Albufeira via Malaga and Faro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Marbella to Albufeira?

The distance between Marbella and Albufeira is 495 km. The road distance is 404.5 km.

How do I travel from Marbella to Albufeira without a car?

The best way to get from Marbella to Albufeira without a car is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs €35 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Marbella to Albufeira?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Marbella to Albufeira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marbella to Albufeira bus from?

Marbella to Albufeira bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella station.

Where does the Marbella to Albufeira bus arrive?

Marbella to Albufeira bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

What is the time difference between Marbella and Albufeira?

Albufeira is 1h behind Marbella. It is currently 9:49 AM in Marbella and 8:49 AM in Albufeira.

Can I drive from Marbella to Albufeira?

Yes, the driving distance between Marbella to Albufeira is 405 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Marbella to Albufeira.

Where can I stay near Albufeira?

There are 6662+ hotels available in Albufeira.

Marbella to Albufeira - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Marbella to Albufeira by bus, car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Estación de Autobuses de Málagabus L-607 / ...
2. Take the bus from Malaga to Farobus 1795
8h 7m
€37–66
Drive 404.5 km
1. Drive from Marbella to Albufeiracar 404.5 km
4h 57m
€64–92
Bus, fly to Faro Airport
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Malaga Airportbus
2. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Faro Airport (FAO)plane AGP - FAO
7h 55m
€64–195
Bus, train via Córdoba
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Estación de Autobuses de Málagabus
2. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Cordoba-Centraltrain Ave
3. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to Sevilla-Santa Justatrain Avn / ...
4. Take the bus from Sevilla Santa Justa to Albufeirabus
8h 38m
€54–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Malaga Airportbus
2. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Sevilla-Santa Justatrain Avn
3. Take the bus from Sevilla Santa Justa to Albufeirabus
8h 59m
€56–107
Bus via Cádiz
1. Take the bus from Marbella Estación de Autobuses to Terminal de Autobuses de Cádizbus L-530 / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses de Cádiz to Albufeirabus
10h 16m
€56–102
Bus, fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Malaga Airportbus
2. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane AGP - LIS
3. Take the bus from Lisbon to Albufeirabus
7h 23m
€65–237

Marbella to Albufeira by bus

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8h 7mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Marbella to Albufeira.

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Distance: 495.2 km
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Marbella, Spain and Albufeira, Portugal?

You can take a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Marbella to Albufeira via Estación de Autobuses de Málaga, Malaga, and Faro in around 8h 7m.

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