There are 6 ways to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos by plane, train, bus, 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, train • 4h 52m
5 alternative options
Train, bus • 9h 53m
Train, night bus • 10h 53m
Bus • 14h 6m
Bus via Loulé • 14h 57m
Drive • 7h 40m
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos by train and bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos is to bus which costs €50 - €80 and takes 14h 6m.
The fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos is to fly and train which takes 4h 52m and costs €29 - €220.
The distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Lagos is 633 km. The road distance is 810.5 km.
The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 53m and costs €55 - €110.
It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos, including transfers.
Lagos is 1h behind Madrid Airport (MAD). It is currently 12:45 PM in Madrid Airport (MAD) and 11:45 AM in Lagos.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos is 810 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Lagos.
There are 4977+ hotels available in Lagos. Prices start at €32 per night.
- Distance: 632.6 km
- Duration: 4h 52m
What companies run services between Madrid Airport (MAD), Spain and Lagos, Faro, Portugal?
BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Bus largo recorrido to Lagos 3 times a week. Tickets cost €50 - €75 and the journey takes 12h 40m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €22 - €320
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €90 - €600
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 210 900 032
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Faro to Lagos
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €8
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Básico
- €40 - €65
- Phone
- +34 910 150 000
- atencion.cliente@iryo.eu
- Website
- iryo.eu
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €28 - €65
- Website
- https://iryo.eu/en/home
- Inicial
- €28 - €65
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 Estación de tren de Atocha to Sevilla-Santa Justa
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 16m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- 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
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 Sevilla - Estacion Santa Justa to Lagos
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €40
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Night bus from Huelva to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €9 - €14
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
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 Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Bus largo recorrido to Lagos
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 40m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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 Estación Sur de Autobuses to Loule
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €55 - €80
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Loule to Lagos
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €9 - €13
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
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