How to get from Madrid to Albufeira
- 539 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 6h
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Albufeira. The most useful door-to-door route takes 10h 55m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 539 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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539 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €79Older observation | 6h1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €72Reading date not recorded | 13h 05m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €22Omio catalogue, Oct 8 | 10h 55m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€79Older observation6h · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€72Reading date not recorded13h 05m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€22Omio catalogue, Oct 810h 55m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Albufeira: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid → Madrid BarajasbusCity transit·10m
- 2Madrid Barajas → Lisbonbus
BlaBlaCar Bus·7h - 3Lisbon → Albufeirabus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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.
- Bus· 7h 25m€22Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Oct 8
Operators seen on these journeys
BlaBlaCar BusMadrid Barajas-LisbonBook →FlixBusLisbon-AlbufeiraBook →
TAP Air PortugalMadrid–Barajas-Lisbon Humberto DelgadoSee live options and dates →Renfe/CPMadrid-LisbonBook →On this route you travel with City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, TAP Air Portugal, Renfe/CP; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Albufeira works
Start with a City transit bus from Madrid to Madrid Barajas, about 10 min. Transfer in Madrid Barajas and continue by BlaBlaCar Bus bus on to Lisbon (7h). Transfer in Lisbon and continue by FlixBus bus on to Albufeira (2h 45m). In total it's roughly €43 over 10h 55m, 2 transfers.
Madrid to Albufeira: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Albufeira?
The most useful route takes about 10h 55m by bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a bus from Madrid to Albufeira?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Albufeira from Madrid?
About 539 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Albufeira cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €43. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Madrid to Albufeira?
On this route you travel with City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, TAP Air Portugal, Renfe/CP.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Albufeira?
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: City transit, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026