How do I get from Porto Santo to Funchal?
The most popular way of getting to Porto Santo is by ferry, from Funchal on neighbouring Madeira. The boat usually leaves daily from Funchal (in the harbour, near Loo Rock) at around 8h00, and return around 18h00, though there are occasional variations according to season, and on Fridays to accommodate weekend traffic.
How long is the ferry from Funchal to Porto Santo?
around 2 hours 30 minutes
The Funchal Porto Santo ferry route connects Madeira Islands with Porto Santo Island. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Porto Santo Line. The crossing operates up to 8 times each week with sailing durations from around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Can you get a ferry from Porto Santo to Madeira?
There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between Porto Santo Island and Madeira Islands operated by 1 ferry company – Porto Santo Line. The Porto Santo to Funchal ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Can you fly to Porto Santo?
Airlines that fly to Porto Santo Indirect flights are also available via TAP Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Flybe, KLM, Aer Lingus, and Darwin Airline.
Is it worth going to Porto Santo?
So is Porto Santo worth visiting? Yes, but only if you have time to do it right and only if you really want to relax and take it easy. If you’re looking for an action-packed island adventure, this isn’t the destination for you. If you want to relax and do very little, Porto Santo is a great bet.
How long is the ferry to Porto Santo?
Is Porto Santo classed as Portugal?
listen)) is a Portuguese island 43 kilometres (27 mi) northeast of Madeira Island in the North Atlantic Ocean; it is the northernmost and easternmost island of the archipelago of Madeira, located in the Atlantic Ocean west of Europe and Africa.
How long do you need in Porto Santo?
HOW LONG TO STAY ON PORTO SANTO ISLAND. Most people who visit Porto Santo are coming for a relaxing time at the beach, which is totally fine. For this type of vacation with an all-inclusive package where you might lay on the beach and check out one or two viewpoints for sunset, you only need 4-5 days.
How do you get around Porto Santo?
The main hub for bus transport on Porto Santo is beside the petrol station at the coast-end of Rua João Gonçalves Zarco. There’s always a bus waiting to meet the ferry, and take you from the port into Vila Baleira for €1. Apart from that, just six buses chug around the island, along the coast and inland.
How long is the flight from Porto Santo to Funchal?
The flight time between Funchal (FNC) and Porto Santo (PXO) is around 25 min and covers a distance of around 58 km. The fastest flight normally takes 25 min. Services are operated by Binter Canarias. Typically 14 flights run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Is there a ferry on the Porto Santo Line?
The ferry Lobo Marinho transports passengers and cargo, reaching high levels of comfort provided by its stabilizers
Where do I buy Porto Santo Line tickets?
(A1) Price to be paid at Porto Santo Line’s ticket offices, for passengers registered in the SIMplifica portal, of the Regional Government of Madeira OR final price after reimbursement of mobility social subsidy, exclusive for residents in Madeira. Prices valid until 31th july 2021.
Is there a bus from Madeira Airport to Funchal?
With the Aerobus of bus company SAM Madeira Bus you can get from Madeira Airport to the centre of Funchal. This bus service runs seven days a week, 25th December is the exception.