BY CAR/MOTORCYCLE

Travelling by car or motorcycle provides flexibility and the chance to explore the beautiful Algarve region at your own pace. Below is a practical guide on how to reach the Algarve Circuit by road:

From Faro

• Route: Take the A22 motorway heading west toward Lagos. Exit at junction 3 for Mexilhoeira Grande, and follow the signs to the Algarve Circuit (Autódromo Internacional do Algarve).
• Distance: About 85 km
• Travel Time: Around 1 hour, depending on traffic.
• Scenic Stops: Consider stopping in coastal towns such as Albufeira or Vilamoura for a quick break and to enjoy the views.

From Lisbon

• Route: Head south on the A2 motorway until it meets the A22 motorway. Continue west on the A22, exit at junction 3 for Mexilhoeira Grande, and follow signs to the circuit.
• Distance: About 290 km
• Travel Time: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic.
• Scenic Stops: You may want to take breaks in Setúbal, known for its seafood, or in the Alentejo region, famous for its vineyards and olive groves.

From Porto

• Route: Take the A1 motorway south toward Lisbon. From Lisbon, follow the directions above to reach the Algarve Circuit via the A2 and A22 motorways.
• Distance: About 550 km
• Travel Time: Around 5 to 6 hours, depending on traffic.
• Scenic Stops: You can break up the journey with stops in historic cities like Coimbra or Lisbon.

From Seville (Spain)

• Route: Drive west on the A49 motorway toward Portugal. After crossing the border, continue on the A22 motorway heading west, and exit at junction 3 for Mexilhoeira Grande. Follow signs to the Algarve Circuit.
• Distance: About 250 km
• Travel Time: Around 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic.
• Scenic Stops: The journey offers scenic views, with possible stops in Huelva (Spain) or Tavira (Portugal).