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Journey Information
There are 42 intercity buses per day from Lisbon to Portimão. Traveling by bus from Lisbon to Portimão usually takes around 3 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Rede Expressos bus can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 114 mi (184 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $5.30 |
| Trips per day | 42 |
| Most frequent service | Rede Expressos |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Lisbon to Portimão?
Bus tickets for a trip from Lisbon to Portimão cost $7.63 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.
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Lisbon to Portimão?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Lisbon to Portimão that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Rede Expressos usually offers more choice, with 36 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12 | 3h 26m | $8.68 |
| Rede Expressos | 36 | 3h 31m | $11.07 |
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 12 trips from Lisbon to Portimão, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Rede Expressos is a renowned bus company in Portugal that focuses on providing comfortable journeys to passengers. They operate modern buses known for their smooth rides and have a reputation for friendly and helpful drivers. Passengers can enjoy the convenience of power outlets on board to charge their electronic devices and Wi-Fi access, allowing them to stay connected and share their journey in real-time.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 29 minutes to cover the 114 miles from Lisbon to Portimão. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Portimão. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lisbon to Portimão, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lisbon?
Main departure station: Estação do Oriente
Lisbon has two bus stations with service to Portimão.
All bus stations in Lisbon:
Estação do Oriente
Lisbon Sete Rios
Where does the bus arrive in Portimão?
Main arrival station: Caldeira Do Moinho
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Portimão.
All bus stations in Portimão:
Caldeira Do Moinho
Portimao Praia Da Rocha
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