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Line 139 — Funchal ↔ Porto Moniz (north-west)
Rodoeste line 139 is the only direct bus from Funchal to Porto Moniz's volcanic pools. ~€8.50 on board, 2 services a day, ~2h 15 each way.
At a glance
From
Funchal bus station
To
Porto Moniz
Via
Ribeira Brava, São Vicente, Seixal
Frequency
2 services per day each direction Mon–Sat; 1 round trip Sun.
First / last bus
Outbound usually 07:30 and 14:30 from Funchal. Return roughly 09:30 and 17:30.
Journey time
2h 15 — long but spectacular along the north coast.
Fare
€8.50 single, cash on board.
Last bus back
Last bus Porto Moniz → Funchal usually 17:30. Confirm with driver on arrival.
When to use it
Doable as a day return to Porto Moniz natural pools without a car, but you eat the whole day.
Things to know
- Sit on the right going out for sea views; left coming back.
- Realistic plan: morning bus out, swim and lunch, afternoon bus back. Don't overstay.
Live timetable
Frequencies and times above are hand-curated and refreshed quarterly. Always cross-check the official PDF before travelling, especially on Sundays and public holidays: Rodoeste timetables →