How to get from Seville to Faro

Sunny cobblestone street in Faro, Portugal, with a row of bright yellow buildings featuring arched windows and tiled roof

About travelling from Seville to Faro

Both Seville and Faro are vibrant and historically significant cities in the Iberian Peninsula. Captivating cultural traditions and impressive landmarks mean both cities have plenty to offer travellers on both short and long visits, and you can expect to remember your time in either. Between Seville and Faro are some memorable sights, such as the tiny fishing village of Cacela Velha, the refortified Castle of Castro Marim, Christopher Columbus’s home base Huelva, the castle filled with jaw-dropping torture instruments called Castillo de Niebla, the ancient Roman city so well preserved it was used as a filming location for Game of Thrones, and Carmona, the city which compares itself to the shining morning star. Of course, for travelers looking to experience these sights in comfort, and with their own custom itinerary, hiring a private car service is the best travel option.

How to get from Seville to Faro

If you’re travelling from Seville to Faro, you have multiple travel options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Seville to Faro. There is no train from Seville to Faro, and there are also no flights from Seville Airport to Faro Airport. So the fastest way to travel from Seville to Faro is by car.

Seville to Faro by bus

To travel from Seville to Faro by bus, there are about 25 departures a day to choose from. Travellers can hop on the bus from the Plaza de Armas, Santa Justa Station, or at the bus station on Estrada Prado in Seville, and hop off at the Rodoviario Terminal in Faro, depending on which bus operator you book with. The earliest bus is at 7:00 AM, and the last bus is at 23:59. However there are five main time intervals during the day where multiple busses are leaving at almost the same time, usually about 30 minutes apart. The bus from Seville to Faro is operated by Alsa, Eurolines, and Damas, with bus tickets from Seville to Faro costing between €13 to €21, for the 2 hour 40 min trip. The distance from Seville to Faro is about 201 kilometers. All options offer direct service from Seville to Faro.

Seville to Faro private car transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Seville to Faro. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Faro, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!

  • Price: From $49 (€42) per seat

  • Duration: Door-to-door in 2 h 20 min

  • Distance: 203 km

Going the other direction? Check our guide on How to get from Faro to Seville

Mary Koontz

Mary is an American expat in Prague, which she has called home for the past 4 years. Her number one passion is traveling off the beaten path, followed closely by running, reading and knitting.

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