English Old town
Steep, pedestrian streets: we drop you at the closest permitted point.
Albufeira is the Algarve's big beach destination: its white old town tumbles down to Praia dos Pescadores, while Oura and the Strip, a few minutes away, are the centre of the nightlife. Booked with Zonetransfers, your driver tracks the flight and waits in the Faro arrivals hall to take your party to Albufeira, at fares from €43 per vehicle.
The drive heads west on the A22 for about 40 km; your driver comes into Albufeira along the main avenue and drops you at your hotel, whether in the old town, Oura or the Falésia resorts. That is roughly 40 km and about 35 min, at €43 upwards for the vehicle. Zonetransfers confirms the car straight away.
40 km · 35 min · from €43 per car · A22 tolls paid.
Steep, pedestrian streets: we drop you at the closest permitted point.
Hotels and apartments with direct car access.
Resorts by the beaches east of Albufeira.
A precise address saves time on arrival in Albufeira.
| When | What happens |
|---|---|
| August | Summer festivities with fireworks over Praia dos Pescadores. |
| 31 December | New Year's Eve on the town beach, one of the busiest in the Algarve. |
A foursome with golf bags heading to Albufeira? Choose a minivan at booking. Fleet
We suggest collecting you in Albufeira 2 h 45 min before departure for flights inside Schengen and 3 h 15 min before UK and Irish flights, which have outbound passport checks and long summer queues at Faro.
Add your flight number to the return booking and we drop you at the door of Faro's departures hall.
Free cancellation: 48 h before for cars and minivans, 96 h before for minibuses and coaches. Terms of service.
Resort, hotel or rented villa in Albufeira: we go to all of them. Some of the most requested:
Clifftop resort above Falésia with its own nine-hole golf course.
Praia da Falésia, Albufeira
Among pine trees with access to Falésia beach.
Praia da Falésia, Albufeira
On the beach, with a spa and family apartments.
Praia de Santa Eulália, Albufeira
The historic centre around Praça dos Pescadores has pedestrian and restricted streets. If your accommodation is inside, your driver stops at the closest point and shows you the way.
Faro has one passenger terminal, so every airline brings you out into the same arrivals hall. Then it is straight on to Albufeira.
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Boat trip to Benagil | Departures from the marina to see the caves from the water. |
| Zoomarine | Marine park about 10 minutes away, great with children. |
| Nightlife in Oura | Bars and clubs along the main street. |
| Clifftop walks | Coastal paths between coves. |
Exploring beyond Albufeira? Hire a car with driver in the Algarve by the hour.
Albufeira is the Algarve's most popular resort with British and Irish families. A private car means no waiting for other passengers' hotels after a long day.
| Stage | Route |
|---|---|
| 1 | Leave Faro Airport towards the A22, heading west. |
| 2 | Via do Infante motorway, electronic tolls included. |
| 3 | Albufeira exit and in along the main avenue. |
| 4 | Arrival at your hotel or apartment. |
The A22 has no toll booths: charges are electronic and on us. Stopping for supplies on the way to Albufeira? Just say.
One to four of you, one fare, with electronic tolls covered.
25 km · 25 min · from €35
69 km · 55 min · from €42
21 km · 25–30 min · from €29
78 km · 1 h · from €46
90 km · 1 h 5 min · from €92
60 km · 45 min · from €89
65 km · 50 min · from €99
200 km · 2 h 15 min · from €325
In the Faro arrivals hall, at the exit from baggage reclaim, holding a card with your surname. Faro has just one terminal, so you cannot miss it.
Fares begin at €43 a car, carrying one to four people; A22 tolls and VAT are included.
No, about 35 minutes by private transfer, from €43 per vehicle.
Yes, free of charge for groups I, II and III; add the children's ages to the booking.
About 35 minutes for 40 km on the A22.
Yes. Minivans carry up to 8, 19-seat minibuses are available and we quote coaches for bigger groups.
Nothing changes for you: we track the flight and adjust the pick-up to the real arrival, with a free hour of waiting from touchdown. Delays of more than 1.5 hours depend on availability.
Only if you want to: the fare you paid already covers tolls, luggage and the driver.
Enter the flight number and your address and your voucher arrives by email.
Used Zonetransfers for a trip from Milan to Lake Como. The pickup was arranged in advance, which made planning the day easier. Comfortable journey and no issues along the way.(10/21/2026) Daniel Foster
We travelled from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port to catch a ferry. Having the transfer arranged in advance took some of the stress out of the journey. We got to the port with time to spare.(10/15/2026) Sophie Williams
Booked a private transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to our accommodation in the city. We had quite a bit of luggage and didn't fancy dealing with public transport. Everything went smoothly(10/11/2026) Thomas Reed
We needed a transfer from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to our hotel near the Eiffel Tower. The driver was easy to find and we went straight to the hotel. Just what we needed after a long flight.(10/02/2026) Emily Parker
We booked a transfer from Faro Airport to Lagos. There were four of us with suitcases, so having a car waiting for us made things much easier. Straightforward booking and a comfortable journey(09/29/2026) Oliver Bennett
I had a 5:30 AM pickup for the airport in Alicante. The driver arrived 10 minutes early, sent a polite text to let me know he was waiting outside, and handled everything with absolute professionalism.(09/23/2026) David Miller
We used Zonetransfers for airport transfers back and forth during a family trip to Madrid. On-time pickups, comfortable vehicles, and very friendly drivers. Will definitely use them again.(09/15/2026) Evelyn Campbell
Booked a private transfer from Barcelona Airport to our city-center hotel. Our driver, David, was exceptionally polite, helped with our heavy luggage, and gave us a few great local tips on the way.(09/11/2026) Rachel Henderson
What I appreciate most is knowing the exact cost upfront without unexpected luggage surcharges or meter surprises. Quick booking on the website and excellent customer support throughout.(09/06/2026) Emma Reed
We needed a transfer from Barcelona to Girona Airport early in the morning. The driver was there on time and we got to the airport with plenty of time. Very handy.(09/01/2026) Rachel Moore