Madeira Airport

Tel: +351 291 520 700
Location: Madeira airport is located in the city of Santa Cruz, 10 miles to the northeast of Funchal.

By Taxi:

The taxis are distinguishable by their bright yellow colour and two blue stripes across the middle. The ones in Funchal - although these are generally only available for local journeys - also carry the word 'taxi' on top. The taxis are regular and you can stop one in the street. They should have a pre-determined list of prices and destinations as organised by the regional government printed behind the driver's seat, so keep an eye out for that.

By Bus:

Although not as convenient as taxis, the bus services on Madeira are very efficient, regular and well run. There are numerous services all reaching the most difficult of places. You can contact Sam bus services for more details about their times on +351 291 706 710.
Another bus service is run by Horarios do Funchal and visits all of the popular sites including, Monte, Pico Dos Barcelos, Miradouro da Montanha, Botanical Gardens, Palheiro Ferreiro and Levada dos Tornos. There are regular services to these destinations and others are accessible through organised coach trips. Contact Horarios do Funchal on + 351 291 705 555.

By Train:

There is no train service that operates on Madeira.

By Car:

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