Car Hire in Faro
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Travel Information
Why hire a car in Faro?
Faro is a great place to visit. An entry point for many visitors to the Algarve, it can serve as a hub for exploring that fascinating Portuguese region but is also an interesting travel destination in its own right.

One-way Car Hire in Faro
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Faro and drop off in another city include:
- From Faro to Lisbon - 376 offers from £ 7.78 per day
- From Faro to Porto - 367 offers from £ 7.78 per day
- From Faro to Malaga - 24 offers from £ 63.81 per day
- From Faro to Stuttgart - 12 offers from £ 132.68 per day
- From Faro to Viseu - 43 offers from £ 23.36 per day
Top ways to enter Faro
- Faro Airport: Also known as Algarve Airport, it is especially active during summers when many low-cost carriers connect it with destinations all across Europe.
- Lisbon Airport: About 275 km (170 mi) north, Portugal’s largest airport is among the 20 busiest airports in Europe and hosts flights to and from all continents of the world.
- Seville Airport: Located in neighboring Spain about 200 km (125 mi) east of Faro, Seville Airport is another great way to reach Faro if your rental car provider permits crossing the border in the rental car.
City facts
- Summers are warm to hot and sunny with average daytime temperatures of 27–35 °C (81–95 °F). The weather in the autumn and winter is generally mild with temperatures around 8–17 °C (46–63 °F). Winters are much more humid than summers.
- Faro is the southernmost city of Portugal and the capital of the Algarve region, with the population of about 65,000 people.
Top destinations and activities
- Old town (Centro Historico). Better preserved than many other old towns of Portugal, the historic center is a place where you walk the maze of narrow streets, observe varied architecture, and see what living in Faro was like more than 200 years ago.
- Bone Chapel. Chilling to some and fascinating for others, Capela dos Ossos is made out of bones taken from a nearby monk graveyard. The chapel is inside the beautiful Carmo church.
- Praia do Faro. Although not as famous as some of the other beaches of Algarve, Faro’s main beach is a great place to enjoy the sun and the sea. There are many other, more secluded beaches near the city that you can reach with your car.
Traffic and parking
- You can only enter the roundabout after giving way to cars already on it.
- The car documentation and insurance always has to be inside a vehicle.
- Drivers can only use a mobile phone if it is a hands free or an earpiece.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers.
- Safety cameras are in use.
- When parking in a street, your car must be parked facing the direction of travel
Toll roads
A lot of motorways in Portugal are subject to toll fees. See Portugal's official toll road website site for maps and fees.
Ideas for day trips
- Albufeira. Located just a 40-minute drive west of Faro is one of the most scenic coastal towns in all of Portugal. Although best known for its beautiful seacoast, Albufeira has been inhabited since prehistory, a fascinating heritage that is honoured in the Municipal Archaeological Museum. The 12th century Almoada Castle (sometimes called the Castle of Paderne) is also worth a visit.
- Sagres. Most visitors to Portugal will know the name of Sagres as one of the most popular beer brands in the country, but those who make their way to the Algarve also discover a scenic coastal destination. The southwesternmost point of continental Europe, Sagres is a little quieter than its more central coastal counterparts, making it the perfect place for a relaxing day outdoors. The drive from Faro takes about an hour and 30 minutes.
Most popular cars
The most hired cars in Portugal are the VW Polo, the Ford Fiesta, and the Fiat 500. The most popular car types are economy, mini, and compact.
Further destinations
- Alentejo. Algarve’s less glamorous neighbor is a fun place to visit not only for its great winemaking traditions, but also for historic towns, beautiful countryside, and leisurely pace of life.
- Lisbon. Portugal’s busy yet hospitable capital is considered one of the most interesting cities in Europe for a reason. Go there for history, architecture, music, and people.
- Andalusia. Spain’s southernmost region is a great place to visit, both because of its close proximity to Portugal and because of its fascinating Moorish buildings, strong regional character, and great food. Note that you’ll have to cross a national border, so check with your car hire provider first to make sure they permit it.
Car Hire Prices in Faro
- Convertibles - starting at £ 83 per day
- Station wagons - starting at £ 54 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 70 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 49 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 106 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 95 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 26 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 72 per day
Money-saving tips
There are things you can do to get a good rental car hire in Faro:
- Compare rates of different car hire providers
- Book your car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Faro is the cheapest in January when hiring a car is about 50% cheaper than the yearly average.
- Check out our list of the best car hire companies in Faro.
Top 12 Cities near Faro
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Lisbon Car Hire starting at £ 2.81 per day219.8 km / 136.6 miles away
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Porto Car Hire starting at £ 2.16 per day474.3 km / 294.7 miles away
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Madeira Car Hire starting at £ 48.64 per day935.6 km / 581.3 miles away
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Funchal Car Hire starting at £ 56.42 per day951.7 km / 591.4 miles away
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Albufeira Car Hire starting at £ 24.53 per day25.3 km / 15.7 miles away
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Quarteira Car Hire starting at £ 34.73 per day13.3 km / 8.3 miles away
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Vilamoura Car Hire starting at £ 24.53 per day14.8 km / 9.2 miles away
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Lagos Car Hire starting at £ 24.53 per day63.8 km / 39.6 miles away
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Coimbra Car Hire starting at £ 22.47 per day357.3 km / 222.0 miles away
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Guimaraes Car Hire starting at £ 67.60 per day493.5 km / 306.7 miles away
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Sao Joao da Madeira Car Hire starting at £ 43.19 per day434.0 km / 269.7 miles away
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Carvoeiro Car Hire starting at £ 47.28 per day45.4 km / 28.2 miles away
Top 5 Destinations around Faro
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Faro Airport Car Hire starting at £ 9.41 per day4.5 km / 2.8 miles away
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Lisbon Airport Car Hire starting at £ 2.81 per day219.0 km / 136.1 miles away
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Lisbon Prior Velho Car Hire starting at £ 31.07 per day220.2 km / 136.8 miles away
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Porto Airport Car Hire starting at £ 2.16 per day472.0 km / 293.3 miles away
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Madeira Airport (Funchal) Car Hire starting at £ 48.64 per day940.0 km / 584.1 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
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Car Hire Information
Car hire locations | 3 |
Airport locations | 1 |
Popular suppliers | Autorent, Drive on Holidays, Drive4Fun, EPI Rent a Car, Goldcar |
Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Station wagons |
Lowest price | £ 6 per day |
Cheapest supplier | Centauro |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Autorent | Volkswagen Polo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
EPI Rent a Car | Seat Ibiza | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Autorent | Fiat Panda | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Drive4Fun | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Autorent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Drive on Holidays | Volkswagen Polo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
Autorent | Ford Focus STW | 5 | 3 | Station wagons |
Turisprime | Volkswagen Polo | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
EPI Rent a Car | Volkswagen Up | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
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Car Hire Statistics
Top 41 Hire Companies in Faro in 2023








































