How to travel from Lisbon to Tavira, Portugal

The distance between Lisbon and Tavira is around 303km (188 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Lisbon to Tavira by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out TaviraLisbon if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Faro.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €32($32)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Tavira.

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    €18($18)
Operated by

Rede Expressos

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🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Tavira.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Distance303km (188 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lisbon and Tavira

There are several options for getting from Lisbon to Tavira by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €18 ($18) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €44 ($44).

The distance between Lisbon and Tavira is around 303km (188 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 219km (136 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Lisbon and Tavira by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lisbon to Tavira is to drive which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx €44 ($44).

The cheapest way to travel between Lisbon and Tavira, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €18 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lisbon and Tavira. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Lisbon to Tavira. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Faro. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Comboios De Portugal run train services between Lisbon and Tavira. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Lisbon and Tavira. It typically takes around 3h 55m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Lisbon and Tavira with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 2 hours and takes 3h 55m.

Rede Expressos, RenEX and ALSA run regular bus services between Lisbon and Tavira. Buses run every 2 hours and take around 3h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lisbon to Tavira. We recommend that you take the bus to Tavira. instead which will take 3h 55m.

The closest major airport to Tavira is Faro Airport (FAO) (FAO) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Tavira. Lisbon Airport (LIS) (LIS) and Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) (OPO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Lisbon and Tavira. The distance is around 303km (188 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lisbon to Tavira is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around €18 ($18).

How do I get from Lisbon to Tavira

Compare travel optionsbetween Lisbon and Tavira

Transport options from Lisbon to Tavira
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 35m
€32($32)
5 times a day327km (203 miles)
Bus
3h 55m
€18($18)
every 2 hours308km (191 miles)
Drive
2h 55m
€44($44)
on demand303km (188 miles)

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Airports near Tavira

The following major airports near Tavira offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Portugal and internationally.

FAO
Faro Airport (FAO)
International Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Tavira
LIS
Lisbon Airport (LIS)
International Airport
Distance
224km (139 miles) from Tavira
OPO
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)
International Airport
Distance
466km (289 miles) from Tavira