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Bus from Albufeira to Lisbon: Journey Information
There are 24 intercity buses per day from Albufeira to Lisbon. Traveling by bus from Albufeira to Lisbon usually takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 123 mi (198 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $5.77 |
| Trips per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Albufeira to Lisbon Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Albufeira to Lisbon:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Albufeira to Lisbon?
Bus tickets for a trip from Albufeira to Lisbon cost $14.04 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Albufeira to Lisbon by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Albufeira to Lisbon in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $8 to $20. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 27, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lisbon this week, bus tickets are available starting at $12.
Average bus ticket prices from Albufeira to Lisbon by month
Taking the bus from Albufeira to Lisbon is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only $9. If you're planning to take the bus from Albufeira to Lisbon during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $16. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Albufeira to Lisbon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Albufeira to Lisbon. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 24 | 2h 51m | $15.53 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 24 trips from Albufeira to Lisbon, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 51 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Albufeira to Lisbon
There are 24 scheduled buses that travel from Albufeira to Lisbon every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Albufeira to Lisbon without transferring.
Trips per day
24
Direct trips
24
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 123 miles from Albufeira to Lisbon. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
123
Distance (km)
198
The first bus leaves at 7:15am and the last bus leaves at 10:35pm. To see the times for all buses from Albufeira to Lisbon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
7:15am
Latest bus
10:35pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Lisbon at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Monday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Albufeira?
Main departure station: Albufeira (Av Liberdade)
Most buses depart from the main station in Albufeira.
All bus stations in Albufeira:
- Albufeira (Av Liberdade)
Where does the bus arrive in Lisbon?
Main arrival station: Estação do Oriente
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Lisbon.
All bus stations in Lisbon:
- Estação do Oriente
- Lisbon (Airport)
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