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When the train makes sense for getting to Faro
Flying to Faro is quicker on the longer trips, but the intercity line from Lisbon and the Algarve connection make the train to Faro the most time efficient option within Portugal, arriving in the centre with no need for an airport transfer. It's lower-carbon, often cheaper, and usually more comfortable than a domestic flight.
Train travel questions
How long is the train from Lisbon to Faro, and how much is a ticket?
The train from Lisbon to Faro takes around 3 hours on the intercity service, and Faro train tickets are cheapest booked ahead on the CP (Portuguese railways) network. It's the scenic route right to the Algarve.
How far is Faro train station from the airport?
Faro train station is nestled in the town centre, about 15 minutes from Faro Airport by taxi or local bus. From the station the Algarve line spreads east and west along the coast.
How do you travel along the Algarve by train from Faro?
The regional Algarve line connects Faro with Tavira and Olhao to the east and Lagos to the west, with several departures a day. It's a relaxed, low-cost way to access the coastal towns.
How do you buy train tickets in Faro?
Faro train tickets are best booked online on the CP (Portuguese railways) network, and can be booked within the station as a backup, intercity fares to Lisbon are cheapest when booked early. Comparing the train against the coach for the same trip shows which route is quicker or cheaper according to your dates.
Is the train from Lisbon to Faro cheaper than flying?
The train from Lisbon to Faro is usually better value than a domestic flight once airport transfers and bag fees are considered, and it drops you in the town centre. Suiting travellers who would rather see the wider country than the inside of an airport.
Is the train to Faro greener than flying?
Taking the train to Faro produces far less carbon than the equivalent domestic flight. For a lower-impact trip south, it's a strong choice.