There are 7 ways to get from Barcelona to Faro by plane, bus, train, night bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Faro • 5h 6m
6 alternative options
Fly to Sevilla, bus • 7h 20m
Train, bus • 9h 48m
Train, bus via Madrid • 10h 4m
Bus • 19h 25m
Bus, night bus • 24h 29m
Drive • 11h 32m
Barcelona to Faro by train and bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Faro is to fly and bus which costs €50 - €180 and takes 7h 20m.
The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Faro is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs €45 - €220.
No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to Faro. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord and arriving at Faro via Evora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.
The distance between Barcelona and Faro is 1012 km. The road distance is 1193.8 km.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Faro without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 48m and costs €60 - €150.
It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Barcelona to Faro, including transfers.
Barcelona to Faro bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord station.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Faro is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 - €140 and takes 19h 25m.
Barcelona to Faro bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Faro station.
Faro is 1h behind Barcelona. It is currently 3:11 AM in Barcelona and 2:11 AM in Faro.
- Distance: 1012.3 km
- Duration: 5h 6m
What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Faro, Portugal?
Vueling Airlines, Ryanair and TAP Portugal fly from Barcelona to Faro twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barcelona to Faro via Evora in around 19h 25m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €370
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €180
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla via Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Wednesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €280
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €370
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 41m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €180
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €320
Flights from Barcelona to Faro via Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €320
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €260
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Barcelona to Faro via Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €85 - €430
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Barcelona to Sevilla via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €85 - €400
- Phone
- +34 910 150 000
- atencion.cliente@iryo.eu
- Website
- iryo.eu
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Sevilla-Santa Justa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 47m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €130
- Website
- https://iryo.eu/en/home
- Inicial
- €40 - €130
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Estación de tren de Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €80
- Website
- https://iryo.eu/en/home
- Inicial
- €30 - €80
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Sevilla-Santa Justa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 58m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Básico
- €75 - €110
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Estación de tren de Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Básico
- €50 - €75
- Phone
- +34 910 780 990
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Estación de tren de Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €21 - €30
- Website
- https://www.ouigo.com/es/en
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Estación de tren de Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Huelva
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 57m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Seville to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Huelva to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €16
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Evora
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €80 - €120
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Huelva to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Evora to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €19
- Website
- https://www.rede-expressos.pt/en
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Algeciras
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €90 - €140
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Night bus from Algeciras to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 44m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
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Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Faro is 1194 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Barcelona to Faro.
There are 3409+ hotels available in Faro. Prices start at €43 per night.