Buses in Vilamoura
The Algarve is not exactly known for its great public transport and most residents will tell you you need a car to get by. In our opinion, this depends mostly on your destination. From Vilamoura its not too bad, there are direct buses to a few major towns (other towns from Quarteira bus station). The information available is not great and can be confusing even for a local.
We’ve tried to summarise all the info for you here and keep it up to date (but we cannot always guarantee this). Please refer to the official websites for up to date timetables. The main site and app is the Vamus Algarve site.
Vilamoura Bus Routes
You can get a direct bus from Vilamoura to Quarteira, Albufeira, Faro, Almancil, Olhão, Tavira, Altura, Monte Gordo, Vila Real St. Antonio and Faro Airport. For other destinations you need to change routes either at the Quarteira Bus Station or Albufeira Station. There is also the Green Line to Quarteira which is operated by the municipality.
Vilamoura to Quarteira Buses
For Vilamoura to Quarteira take the Green Line. These are mini buses operated by the Loulé Municipality and very handy to get around Quarteira. There are only 5 stops in Vilamoura numbers 12 to 17 (same as 11).
Important stops:
1. Quarteira Bus Station (get buses here to other towns) and connect to Red Line to Loulé train station
21. Quarteira Beach and Fish and Fruit Market
32. Quarteira Medical Centre (public)
38. Alsakia Roundabout (Wednesday Gypsy Market)
Vilamoura- Quarteira Green Line Route Map
Schedules and bus stops for the Vilamoura Green Line (all year)
Green Line Bus Night Service (July to 1st September only)
Where to buy bus tickets for the Vilamoura – Quarteira route (Green Line)
At the time of writing this bus is free of charge. Tickets can bought on all public buses.
Summer only – ends 31st August
During the Summer months the White Line Bus (Linha Branca) also operates between Vilamoura and Quarteira. This Line is similar to the Green Line and also operates at night.
Schedules and bus stops for the Vilamoura White Line (Summer only)
Bus Tickets for the Vilamoura White Line
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Vilamoura to Albufeira Bus Routes
NOT RUNNING IN 2026
The City Sightseeing Bus is an open-top bus that runs daily in Vilamoura and Albufeira, hop-on and off at any of the 45 stops along the route.
Places of interest include Albufeira Old Town, the beaches (Oura, St Eulalia, Pescadores, São Rafael and more), Albufeira Marina and the Pau da Bandeira viewpoint.
Vilamoura to Faro Bus Route
Vilamoura to Mar Shopping/IKEA
To catch the Mar Shopping public busy need to make your way to the Quarteira Bus Station (either walk or use the Green Line).
Vilamoura to Lisbon Buses
Vilamoura to Olhão, Tavira, Altura, Monte Gordo, Vila Real St. Antonio
Check out the guided bus trips from Vilamoura to the towns in East Algarve.
Vilamoura to Loulé Bus Route
There is no direct route to Loulé from Vilamoura, only from Quarteira Bus Station. Refer to Vamus website for more info.
Map of the Algarve Bus Network
Vamus Algarve has a nifty map of the entire network, you can download the map on their site here.
FAQ – Buses in Vilamoura
Where can buy the public bus tickets in Vilamoura?
For all the Vamus buses and Green Line you can purchase the tickets on the bus. For the Lisbon buses it will depend on which company you decide to use.
Are there any guided bus tours in Vilamoura?
Yes. Read our Day Trips in Vilamoura page for all the info.
What´s on this week
October 2026
Ria Formosa Boat Trip
Reef Fishing from Vilamoura
Sunset Safari
Sunset Sailing Experience
Reef Fishing from Vilamoura
Sunset Safari
Reef Fishing from Vilamoura
Lisbon City Tour and Shopping
Ria Formosa Boat Trip
Reef Fishing from Vilamoura