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Port guide: compare transport from Portimão

Portimão, Portugal 37 transport option(s) compared
75 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Portimão

Port call at Portimão (Portugal). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Museu de Portimão, is free, and the fastest takes around 8 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

Seaside port in the Algarve, Portugal. Terminal in the river port, close to the old town.

Porto de Portimão – Terminal de Cruzeiros
Cheapest option Free Walk to Museu de Portimão
Fastest option 8 min Taxi to city centre
Simplest option Vai e Vem bus to city centre Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • Old town on foot
  • Ferry to Praia da Rocha
  • EVA buses available

Warnings

  • Very touristy Algarve in summer
  • Few taxis at the terminal
  • Beaches 2-5 km away

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Vai e Vem bus to city centre

1,50 € - 12 min - Frequency according to timetable Vai e Vem

A low-cost option for getting to the centre without walking

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

37 option(s) shown for Portimão

Vai e Vem bus to city centre

Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes / city centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,50 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Frequency according to timetable Vai e Vem
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A low-cost option for getting to the centre without walking

Attention point

Exact stop to be checked at port exit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the Vai e Vem line available on the day of the stopover

Source : Vai e Vem Portimão: https://www.cm-portimao.pt/menus/servicos/vai-e-vem | Vamus Algarve Portimão: https://vamus.pt/portimao-vai-e-vem/

Taxi to city centre

Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes / city centre

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct and fast to the centre

Attention point

Not necessary if you walk easily

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | MedCruise Portimão: https://www.medcruise.com/port/portimao | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Marina de Portimão

Marina de Portimão

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the marina, restaurants and seafront

Attention point

Short distance, but practical in hot weather

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if you want to avoid walking from the platform

Source : Marina de Portimão: https://www.marinadeportimao.com.pt/ | Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | services taxi locaux

Cruise shuttle to city centre

Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes / city centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simple solution if proposed by the company

Attention point

No guarantee; variable times and drop-off points

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board or at the terminal whether a city-centre shuttle service has been organised.

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | MedCruise Portimão: https://www.medcruise.com/port/portimao | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Straight to the iconic beach without a long walk

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good choice with beach gear or children

Source : Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Portimão station

Estação CP Portimão

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to regional trains with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if train booked or timing is tight

Source : CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | services taxi locaux

Shuttle cruise to Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Practical for getting to the beach without a taxi

Attention point

Depends on the organisation of the stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check last shuttle return before staying on the beach

Source : Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Ferragudo

Ferragudo

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the fishing village opposite Portimão

Attention point

Return to be organised according to availability

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; alternative to boat if you want to avoid crossing times

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Alvor

Alvor

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 18,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the village, promenade and beaches of Alvor

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm return or pick-up point if short stopover

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | services taxi locaux

Walk to Museu de Portimão

Museu de Portimão

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Interesting local museum on the industrial and maritime history of Portimão

Attention point

Opening times to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good cultural visit close to the port

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | Museu de Portimão: https://museudeportimao.pt/

Walk to the city centre / Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes

Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes / city centre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Free access to the historic centre and river front

Attention point

Urban walk from the terminal, heat possible in summer

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a realistic option for reaching cafés, shops and the city centre

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | MedCruise Portimão: https://www.medcruise.com/port/portimao

Walk to Marina de Portimão

Marina de Portimão

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Pleasant walk to the marina, restaurants and seafront

Attention point

Less direct than a hot taxi

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a practical option for a coastal walk close to the terminal

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | Marina de Portimão: https://www.marinadeportimao.com.pt/

Vai e Vem bus to Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,50 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Frequency according to timetable Vai e Vem
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Low-cost option to the main beach and restaurants

Attention point

Precise route and stop to be checked according to line

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good beach option if return schedules are compatible

Source : Vai e Vem Portimão: https://www.cm-portimao.pt/menus/servicos/vai-e-vem | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Vai e Vem bus to Portimão station

Estação CP Portimão

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,50 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Frequency according to timetable Vai e Vem
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to catch regional trains without a taxi

Attention point

Less direct than taxi if train imminent

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for CP connections to Lagos, Faro or Silves

Source : Vai e Vem Portimão: https://www.cm-portimao.pt/menus/servicos/vai-e-vem | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en

VTC to city centre

Praça Manuel Teixeira Gomes / city centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Variable terminal availability

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pick-up point

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | MedCruise Portimão: https://www.medcruise.com/port/portimao | opérateurs VTC locaux

VTC to Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to the beach with price

Attention point

Dynamic prices possible depending on ship arrival

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; practical if you have several passengers or beach equipment

Source : Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

VTC to Alvor

Alvor

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 22,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to Alvor with price

Attention point

Return to be organised if short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book or plan return journey from Alvor

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Silves

Silves

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Available by reservation or local taxi
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to the castle and old town of Silves

Attention point

More expensive than train or bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return if independent visit

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | services taxi locaux

VTC to Silves

Silves

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to Silves with return possible

Attention point

More expensive than public transport

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with pick-up time

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | opérateurs VTC locaux

Walk to Fortaleza de Santa Catarina

Fortaleza de Santa Catarina

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Interesting view of the beach, marina and mouth of the Arade river

Attention point

Ascent and distance from the terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; can be combined with Praia da Rocha and marina

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Walk to Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Large emblematic beach accessible without transport

Attention point

Fairly long distance from the terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; possible for good walkers, taxi or more comfortable shuttle bus

Source : Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Vai e Vem bus to Praia do Vau

Praia do Vau

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,50 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Frequency according to timetable Vai e Vem
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Quieter beach than Praia da Rocha

Attention point

Longer journey and return times to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the line and last return before setting off

Source : Vai e Vem Portimão: https://www.cm-portimao.pt/menus/servicos/vai-e-vem | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Vai e Vem bus to Alvor

Alvor

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 1,50 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequency according to Vai e Vem timetable or local lines
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economical option to a popular coastal village

Attention point

Secure return times

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check connection or direct route depending on period

Source : Vai e Vem Portimão: https://www.cm-portimao.pt/menus/servicos/vai-e-vem | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Train to Silves

Estação de Silves

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequency according to CP timetable
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economic rail link to Silves

Attention point

Requires access to Portimão station and a walk/taxi to Silves

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check CP timetable and distance between Silves station and historic centre

Source : CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Regional bus to Silves

Silves

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Frequency according to schedule Vamus Algarve
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economy option to the castle and historic centre of Silves

Attention point

Long-distance timetables to be checked

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Silves is a realistic excursion if timetables are compatible

Source : Vamus Algarve: https://vamus.pt/ | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Shuttle excursion to Silves

Silves

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the castle and old town of Silves

Attention point

Set times according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check if the excursion includes the castle and free time

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Lagos

Lagos

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the old town, cliffs and coastline of Lagos

Attention point

Journey and timetable constraints

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; prefer this option if return to the ship is guaranteed

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Benagil

Benagil / Algar de Benagil

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to the Benagil caves area

Attention point

Boat trip subject to sea and weather conditions

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return and check if boat trip possible

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Portimão Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/portimao | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Lagos

Lagos

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to Lagos without connection

Attention point

High cost and return to be organised

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm return fare and waiting time

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Monchique

Monchique

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 70,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to the mountains, villages and panoramas of the Algarve

Attention point

Longer journey and safer return

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow plenty of room for the return journey

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Monchique Municipality: https://cm-monchique.pt/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Faro airport

Faro Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 95,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Available by private reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the main regional airport

Attention point

High cost and long distance travel

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book in advance if flying after disembarkation

Source : Faro Airport: https://www.aeroportofaro.pt/en/fao/home | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | services taxi locaux

VTC to Faro airport

Faro Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 110,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

High cost but practical with luggage

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : Faro Airport: https://www.aeroportofaro.pt/en/fao/home | CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | opérateurs VTC locaux

Train to Lagos

Estação de Lagos

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Frequency according to CP timetable
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Alternative rail link to Lagos and its beaches

Attention point

Need to get to Portimão station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check CP return timetable before leaving Portimão

Source : CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Regional bus to Lagos

Lagos

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 70 min
Frequency Frequency according to schedule Vamus Algarve
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Day trip to Lagos, old town and cliffs

Attention point

Long journey and return times need to be checked

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be reserved for long stopovers with a safe return.

Source : Vamus Algarve: https://vamus.pt/ | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Train to Faro

Estação de Faro

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 95 min
Frequency Frequency according to CP timetable
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Rail link to Faro and regional connections

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; more suitable for transfers or long stopovers

Source : CP Comboios de Portugal: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en | Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/

Shuttle excursion to Benagil

Benagil / Algar de Benagil

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to famous caves and cliffs

Attention point

Depends on the sea, weather and boat organisation

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether the excursion includes a boat trip to the cave and a guaranteed return.

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Porto de Portimão Cruise Terminal: https://www.apsinesalgarve.pt/port-of-portimao/the-port/cruise-terminal/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Monchique

Monchique

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the hinterland and panoramic views

Attention point

Mountain route and imposed programme

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only if return to ship guaranteed

Source : Visit Algarve: https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/ | Monchique Municipality: https://cm-monchique.pt/ | compagnies de croisière

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.