The cheapest and fastest trains from Olhao to Portimao
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 18
10
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olhao to Portimao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olhao to Portimao will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 10 trains from Olhao to Portimao, including 9 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
R 59106:26 PM1h31Olhão7:57 PMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 59028:26 AM1h22Olhão9:48 AMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 59006:22 AM1h28Olhão7:50 AMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 590412:26 PM1h28Olhão1:54 PMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 5712 · R 58025:26 PM1h32Olhão6:58 PMPortimão€81One-way1 transfer
IR 88010:26 AM1h11Olhão11:37 AMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 59028:26 AM1h22Olhão9:48 AMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 59006:22 AM1h28Olhão7:50 AMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 590412:26 PM1h28Olhão1:54 PMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
R 59062:26 PM1h28Olhão3:54 PMPortimão€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Olhao to Portimao
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olhao to Portimao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Olhao to Portimao:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Olhao to Portimao costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Portimao take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 40m.
Live departures
Olhao to Portimao train times
The table below shows live departures for Olhao to Portimao trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5900 | 6:22 AM Olhão | 1h28 | 7:50 AM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5902 | 8:26 AM Olhão | 1h22 | 9:48 AM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 880 | 10:26 AM Olhão | 1h11 | 11:37 AM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5904 | 12:26 PM Olhão | 1h28 | 1:54 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5906 | 2:26 PM Olhão | 1h28 | 3:54 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5908 | 4:26 PM Olhão | 1h28 | 5:54 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5712 · R 5802 | 5:26 PM Olhão | 1h32 | 6:58 PM Portimão | 1 transfer | |
R 5910 | 6:26 PM Olhão | 1h31 | 7:57 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5912 | 7:26 PM Olhão | 1h32 | 8:58 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5914 | 8:26 PM Olhão | 1h43 | 10:09 PM Portimão | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Olhao to Portimao
Trains from Olhao to Portimao run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 6:21 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Olhao to Portimao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olhao to Portimao 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 Portimao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Olhao to Portimao
Most Olhao to Portimao trains use the Olhão to Portimao station pair, with some services arriving at Mexilhoeira Grande. Use this guide to compare Olhao and Portimao train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Olhao station do trains to Portimao leave from?
Getting to Olhão from Olhao city centre
Olhão train station facilities and services
Olhão has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Vai e Volta, Casa de Pasto do Carmo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olhão. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Olhão: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Olhão: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olhão.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Olhão Algarve, Casa Amor.
Which Portimao station do trains from Olhao arrive at?
Getting to Portimao from Portimao city centre
Portimao train station facilities and services
Portimao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portimao.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portimao.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portimao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portimao: Bike Parking.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Marina Portimão Resort, Jupiter Algarve Hotel, Hotel Da Rocha.
Getting to Mexilhoeira Grande from Portimao city centre
Mexilhoeira Grande is 6 km from Portimao city centre. Public transport options include:
Mexilhoeira Grande train station facilities and services
Mexilhoeira Grande has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Solar Do Farelo, Restaurante O Tasco
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