News as of 22nd November 2025

MONDAYS 1st AND 8th DECEMBER ARE PUBLIC HOLIDAYS! TRAINS AND BUSES WILL RUN TO SUNDAY TIMES
On VAMUS regional buses winter times now apply until April 30th, 2026.
WARNING!! Contactless card payment is NOT accepted on buses in the Algarve except on the 'Proximo' buses in Faro city.
A pre paid pass for VAMUS regional buses is obtainable at bus stations which reduces fares on their buses by around 30%.
There is also an 'app' based account for VAMUS regional buses which can be used to the same effect.
Local buses around the big towns have their own tickets and passes.