SIGALine 021 (formerly 21)
Line 021 — Funchal ↔ Monte (formerly Line 21)
SIGA line 021 (formerly HF 21) climbs from Funchal to Monte church and gardens. €2.05 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 min daytime, hourly evenings
- First / last bus
- First ~06:30, last ~22:30 from Funchal
- Journey time
- 15–20 min Funchal ↔ Monte
- Fare
- €2.00 cash on board
- Last bus back
- Last bus from Monte ~22:00
When to use it
Ideal for visitors wishing to visit the Monte Palace Tropical Garden, the Church of Our Lady of Monte, or to reach the starting point of the wicker toboggan sled rides.
Things to know
- This route was previously designated as Line 21 and is now Line 021.
- The bus travels via Largo da Fonte to reach the Monte area.
- Check the official PDF timetable for specific departure times as they vary by season and day type.
- Operated by Horários do Funchal within the SIGA network.
Official timetable
We check the SIGA network's timetables every night, and any change is reviewed before it appears here. Always cross-check the official PDF before travelling, especially on Sundays and public holidays.
Official timetable for line 021 (formerly 21) →