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Bus from Lisbon to Portimão: Journey Information

There are 48 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 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance114 mi (184 km)
Shortest duration2h 55m
Cheapest price$5.46
Trips per day46
Most frequent serviceRede Expressos
Bus lines2

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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 39 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus103h 27m$13.02
Rede Expressos393h 30m$14.72
  • 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 10 trips from Lisbon to Portimão, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 27 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 about traveling by bus from Lisbon to Portimão

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 2 hours and 55 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.

Because many passengers travel from Lisbon to Portimão at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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.

There are 48 scheduled buses that travel from Lisbon to Portimão every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 46 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

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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