How do I get from Porto to Portimão without flying?

The best way to travel from Porto to Portimão is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus ride from Porto to Portimão?

The travel time from Porto to Portimão is about 7h 45m, but you can get there in as little as 6h 40m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 277 miles (447 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Porto from Portimão?

The distance between the two cities is 277 miles (447 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Porto to Portimão?

Most of the buses traveling from Porto to Portimão leave from Porto Airport and arrive at Portimao. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Porto to Portimão?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Porto to Portimão by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.

How much does a bus ticket from Porto to Portimão cost?

The average bus ticket price from Porto to Portimão is $44. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $14 and $67, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Porto to Portimão Bus Tickets

FriMay 30

TodayMay 31

from $29

TomorrowJun 1

from $36

MonJun 2

from $33

TueJun 3

from $25

WedJun 4

ThuJun 5

FriJun 6

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 31 at 12:15pm
Departure city: Porto
Departure location: Campanhã Bus terminal
Arrival time: May 31 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Portimão
Destination location: Portimao
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 31 at 11:30am
Departure city: Porto
Departure location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã
Arrival time: May 31 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Portimão
Destination location: Rodoviária Portimao
Operated by: Rede Expressos
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 40m
Departure time: May 31 at 1:15am
Departure city: Porto
Departure location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã
Arrival time: May 31 at 9:30am
Destination city: Portimão
Destination location: Rodoviária Portimao
Operated by: Rede Expressos
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 15m
Departure time: May 31 at 4:50am
Departure city: Porto
Departure location: Oporto (Aeropuerto)
Arrival time: May 31 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Portimão
Destination location: Rodoviária Portimao
Operated by: Rede Expressos
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: May 31 at 6:00am
Departure city: Porto
Departure location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã
Arrival time: May 31 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Portimão
Destination location: Rodoviária Portimao
Operated by: Rede Expressos
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Porto to Portimão.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $67	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $67	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Porto to Portimão

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Portimão. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Porto to Portimão: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$44

Average bus trip duration7h 45m

Number of daily buses51

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance276 miles (445 km)

Latest bus departure11:35pm

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Rede Expressos

4/522,078 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.9

According to 24 reviews, Rede Expressos received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the seats, but some complained about the power outlets. Rede Expressos ticket prices on this trip start at $38.00

Rede Expressos Porto Portimão recent customer reviews

Driver from Lisbon to Portimao was very rude

Farrell C.

June 15, 2022

Tennis tournament

Iana S.

April 12, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,832 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Porto Portimão recent customer reviews

The bus ride was as described and on-boarding and off boarding was easy. Passenger sitting behind me was talking a lot and quite noisy.

Vivian L.

December 25, 2024

Wifi was not available.

Debra P.

April 11, 2025

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

PT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Rede Expressos, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Porto to Portimão Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Porto and Portimão?

Stops in Porto

A - Porto Airport

B - TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã

C - Casa da Música

D - Praça do Infante D. Henrique

E - Campo 24 de Agosto

F - Praça da Galiza, 96

Stops in Portimão

A - Portimao

B - Portimao Paragem Av Guanare -Junto LG Dique

C - Av. São Lourenço da Barrosa

Frequently asked questions for your trip Porto - Portimão

How do I get from Porto to Portimão without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Porto to Portimão?
How far is Porto from Portimão?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Porto to Portimão?
What is the cheapest way to get from Porto to Portimão?
How much does a bus ticket from Porto to Portimão cost?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/29

$25

05/30

$26

Today

$26

06/01

$33

06/02

$30

06/03

$22

06/04

$22

06/05

$21

The cheapest trip from Porto to Portimão was searched and found on Jun 5, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Porto to Portimão, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $59 for a bus ticket from Porto to Portimão based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-06-05.

Usually Rede Expressos will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Porto to Portimão.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Porto to Portimão.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Porto to Portimão that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Porto to Portimão.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Porto to Portimão: Trip Overview

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Rede Expressos Porto Portimão recent customer reviews

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Porto to Portimão Bus

Where are the popular stops in Porto and Portimão?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Porto - Portimão

How do I get from Porto to Portimão without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Porto to Portimão?

How far is Porto from Portimão?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Porto to Portimão?

What is the cheapest way to get from Porto to Portimão?

How much does a bus ticket from Porto to Portimão cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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