How to get from Albufeira to Lisbon
- 197 km as the crow flies
- 56 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
2h 45m
direct
Bus
€12
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 1 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Albufeira to Lisbon. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 197 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
197 km
Albufeira to Lisbon: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Albufeira → Lisbonbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departures from Albufeira to Lisbon
FlixBus runs 56 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:15 and the last at 23:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 56 | 06:15 | 23:35 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 2
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Albufeira to Lisbon works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Albufeira to Lisbon, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Albufeira to Lisbon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Albufeira to Lisbon?
The most useful route takes about 2h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Albufeira to Lisbon?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:15 and the last at 23:35, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Albufeira to Lisbon?
56 a day with FlixBus, between 06:15 and 23:35.
How far is Lisbon from Albufeira?
About 197 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Albufeira to Lisbon cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Albufeira to Lisbon?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Albufeira to Lisbon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 32m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Albufeira to Lisbon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 1 Oct 2026