The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro to Silves
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Silves is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Silves will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Faro for Silves on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Faro to Silves
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Silves among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€5 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Faro to Silves train times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Silves trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 670 · R 5902 | 8:22 AM Faro station | 1h34 | 9:56 AM Poco Barreto | 1 transfer | |
IC 670 · R 5902 | 8:22 AM Faro station | 1h41 | 10:03 AM Silves | 1 transfer | |
R 5902 | 9:02 AM Faro station | 0h54 | 9:56 AM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5902 | 9:02 AM Faro station | 1h01 | 10:03 AM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5904 | 10:23 AM Faro station | 0h58 | 11:21 AM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5904 | 10:23 AM Faro station | 1h05 | 11:28 AM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5906 | 12:25 PM Faro station | 1h09 | 1:34 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5906 | 12:25 PM Faro station | 1h02 | 1:27 PM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 186 · R 5908 | 4:00 PM Faro station | 1h21 | 5:21 PM Poco Barreto | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · R 5908 | 4:00 PM Faro station | 1h28 | 5:28 PM Silves | 1 transfer | |
R 5908 | 4:17 PM Faro station | 1h11 | 5:28 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5908 | 4:17 PM Faro station | 1h04 | 5:21 PM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5910 | 5:41 PM Faro station | 1h05 | 6:46 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5910 | 5:41 PM Faro station | 0h58 | 6:39 PM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 674 · R 5912 | 6:15 PM Faro station | 1h10 | 7:25 PM Poco Barreto | 1 transfer | |
IC 674 · R 5912 | 6:15 PM Faro station | 1h17 | 7:32 PM Silves | 1 transfer | |
R 5912 | 6:25 PM Faro station | 1h07 | 7:32 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5912 | 6:25 PM Faro station | 1h00 | 7:25 PM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5914 | 7:18 PM Faro station | 1h10 | 8:28 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5914 | 7:18 PM Faro station | 1h03 | 8:21 PM Poco Barreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5916 | 8:50 PM Faro station | 1h02 | 9:52 PM Silves | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Faro to Silves
Trains from Faro to Silves run on average 22 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 58m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 20:57 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Faro to Silves trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Faro and Silves from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Faro to Silves
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Silves by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Silves, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Faro, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Silves, located 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Faro to Silves
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- O Seu Café
- Restaurante Centenário
- Choco & Nut
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Faro & Beach Club
- Hotel Eva Senses
- Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with a large free car park located about a 5-10 minute walk from the city center.
- Café DaRosa
- Parsley & Thyme
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Colina dos Mouros
- Hotel Vila Galé Náutico
- Hotel Capela das Artes
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to the city center and surrounding areas.
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