SIGALine 021
Line 021 — Funchal ↔ Monte (formerly Line 21)
SIGA line 021 (formerly HF 21) climbs from Funchal to Monte church and gardens. €2.00 cash, €1.45 with GIRO, every 30 min. The cheap alternative to the cable car.
Last verified 28 Jun 2026
At a glance
- From
- Funchal (Praça da Autonomia)
- To
- Monte (Largo da Fonte)
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes during the day
- First / last bus
- First ~06:00, last ~19:15 from Funchal
- Journey time
- 20-30 min Funchal ↔ Monte
- Fare
- €2.00 paid cash on board
- Last bus back
- Last bus from Monte ~19:45
When to use it
Visitors take this bus to explore the charming village of Monte, famous for its gardens and cable car.
Things to know
- Keep exact change for the bus fare.
- Buses can be crowded during peak hours.
- Check the schedule beforehand to avoid long waits.
Official timetable
Frequencies and times above are refreshed nightly from the SIGA network. Always cross-check the official PDF before travelling, especially on Sundays and public holidays.
Official timetable for line 021 →