Sagres, located on the western tip of the Algarve, relies on Faro Airport (FAO) as its primary international air gateway. The closest major transport hub for onward bus and train connections is Lagos, approximately 30 kilometers east of Sagres.
By Air (via Faro Airport - FAO):
Faro Airport is approximately 116 km from Sagres. Direct public transport from the airport to Sagres is not available.
A pre-booked private transfer from Faro Airport to Sagres costs between €98.00 and €140.00 and takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Taxis from Faro Airport to Sagres typically range from €140 to €180, while ride-hailing services like Uber/Bolt may cost €91 to €100.
For public transport, take a bus or taxi from Faro Airport to Faro city center (15-20 minutes). From Faro, take a bus (Vamus bus 57) or train to Lagos, then connect to a local bus to Sagres.
By Bus:
From Lisbon:: Direct express buses from Lisbon (Sete Rios terminal) to Sagres are available daily, taking approximately 4 hours and costing between €8 and €16.
From Faro (city center):: There is no direct bus service to Sagres. The journey involves taking a Vamus bus 57 from Faro to Lagos (approx. 2 hours 10 minutes), followed by a Vamus bus 47 from Lagos to Sagres.
From Lagos:: Vamus bus 47 operates from Lagos bus station to Sagres, with a journey time of 50 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Fares are purchased from the driver in Sagres or at the ticket office in Lagos.
By Train:
Sagres does not have a train station; the nearest one is in Lagos.
From Lisbon:: Take a train from Lisbon (e.g., Oriente or Entrecampos) to Lagos, typically requiring a change in Tunes. This route can take over 6 hours and is generally slower than the direct bus.
From Faro (city center):: Take a train to Lagos (€8.10) and then connect to the Vamus bus 47 to Sagres.
By Car Rental:
Renting a car, especially from Faro Airport, is highly recommended for flexibility due to limited public transport within the Sagres region. The drive from Faro Airport to Sagres takes about 1 hour and 20-30 minutes.
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