SIGALine 181
Line 181 — Funchal ↔ Curral das Freiras (Nuns' Valley) (formerly Line 81)
SIGA line 181 (formerly HF 81) is the only public-bus route into the Nuns' Valley. About 6 services a day from Funchal — confirm the last return before you board.
Last verified 28 Jun 2026
At a glance
- From
- Funchal (Praça da Autonomia)
- To
- Curral das Freiras
- Via
- Eira do Serrado area
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes during the day
- First / last bus
- First bus ~06:30, last bus ~20:30 from Funchal
- Journey time
- Approximately 30 minutes Funchal ↔ Curral das Freiras
- Fare
- €2.50 cash on board
- Last bus back
- Last bus from Curral das Freiras ~21:30
When to use it
Visitors take this bus to explore the beautiful Nuns' Valley and access hiking trails.
Things to know
- Check the timetable for exact bus times.
- It's recommended to arrive early at the bus stop.
- Be aware that the bus can get crowded, especially during peak tourist seasons.
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 181 →