Private car transfer from Quarteira to Lisbon

One popular detour close to Lisbon is to the Bacalhoa Winery, one of Portugal’s oldest wineries. When you let Daytrip plan your transfer, you’ll be able to enjoy a glass of wine or two at this palace-turned-winery before continuing to Lisbon.

The A2 highway ends in Lisbon, so there’s no way you’re missing your exit. You’ll enter the city center from the south of the bay and over the Tagus River. Lisbon’s roads are incredibly hilly and steep, but with a local expert behind the wheel, you’ll be at your hotel in no time ready to explore (or collapse for a nap)!

Even 400 years later, the impact is still felt in the modern era. Of the 300 million Portuguese speakers today, only 3% of them live in Portugal.

Modern-day Lisbon

Lisbon is a far cry from the quaint, vacation town of Quarteira. Its metro area is home to 3 million people and it encompasses almost the entirety of the bay of the Tagus River. Unlike other major European capitals, Lisbon is energetic without being overwhelming.

Its old town reflects its ancient Iberian and Moorish ancestry, while its beachfront promenades have nightclubs, bars, and modern amenities. When you need an escape from the summer heat, you can cool down in one of Lisbon’s many museums, galleries, or the aquarium.

This family-friendly city has everything you need for a relaxing vacation while still being connected to a major transportation hub for easy access. Which begs the next question, how will you get to Lisbon?

Hire a driver

Quarteira is a smaller town with limited connections, so most mass transit options will require taking a taxi or bus to a bigger city before starting your journey. Hiring a driver is the middle ground option for those who want the speed and flexibility of renting a car without having to navigate Lisbon’s narrow streets or stress about directions.

Daytrip’s drivers are locals who are confident on the road and can take you to the attractions off of the highway that may otherwise confuse non-Portuguese drivers. You’ll be able to customize your sightseeing stops, depart and arrive on your schedule, and have a local for all your pressing questions about life in Portugal.

Communication is key at Daytrip: our drivers for this route speak English and you have 24/7 live customer support. Give us a try today and book your transfer for as low as $67 (€62) per passenger!

Buses from Quarteira to Lisbon

For the low price of $6 (€5), and up to $13 (€12), you can book Flixbus or Rede Expressos for this journey. Unlike the train, these buses leave directly from Quarteira. The journey takes 3 hours on average and ends at Lisbon’s Oriente bus station. There are several buses per day, but you will need to book tickets before arriving at the station.

Trains from Quarteira to Lisbon

Comboios de Portugal (CP) has direct 5 trains per day that depart from Loule, a 20-minute drive inland from Quarteira. Tickets are priced between $16 (€15) and $29 (€27) and the train journey takes an average of 3 hours. Trains arrive at Lisbon’s Entrecampos station in the Campo Pequeno district. Tickets can be pre-ordered online or at the station upon arrival to Loule.

Flights from Quarteira to Lisbon

TAP Air Portugal has 3 to 4 nonstop flights between Faro International Airport (FAO) and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) daily. To reach Faro from Quarteira, take the #9 bus from Terminal Rodoviário Quarteira for 40 minutes, or a 30-minute taxi ride. The flight itself is 50 minutes long and tickets start at $40 (€37).

Total travel time is around 4.5 hours once you account for the transportation to Faro, the check-in process, the flight, and the taxi to Lisbon’s city center.

The Alfama District is home to the Lisbon Cathedral, St. George's Castle, and plenty of bakeries selling pasteis de nata, or Portuguese custard tarts

Tour Portugal's National Tile Museum

As you explore Lisbon, you'll undoubtedly notice the beautiful blue and white tiles, or azulejos, that adorn the walls of the old town. The Moors brought over the tile-making tradition during their rule in Portugal and they became incredibly popular decorations. The National Tile Museum takes you through the history and artistry of these tiles, showcasing centuries of intricate craftsmanship and creativity.

Dive into The Lisbon Oceanarium

As one of the largest indoor aquariums in Europe, the Lisbon Oceanarium is an extraordinary experience for kids and adults alike. It has an incredible variety of sea creatures with rotating exhibitions of exotic animals from around the globe.

The Orient Museum (Museu do Oriente)

The Portuguese were skilled sailors, and in the 16th century, they found sea routes to Asia to expand their empire through trade and conquest. The Orient Museum highlights the Portuguese Empire’s historical ties with Asian countries through an impressive collection of art and artifacts. Despite the Portuguese Empire’s eventual decline, the impact it had on the trade of culinary flavors, art styles, and the Portuguese language in Asia cannot be understated.