Transfer to/from - Pico Island airport (PIX)

Transportation

Bus

The company Cristiano Limitada (Tel +351 292 622 126) provides the shuttle service to and from the airport, with connections to all the towns on the island (Madalena, Bandeiras, Santa Luzia, Santana, São Vicente, Santo António, Cais do Pico, São Roque, São Miguel Arcanjo, Prainha de Cima, Prainha de Baixo, Rossio, Santo Amaro, Terra Alta, Ribeirinha, Piedade). Departures Monday to Saturday at 7:40 am, 10:20 am, 2:55 pm and 6:05 pm, and Sundays at 9:45 am and 2:40 pm.

From Madalena, you can also board buses to Candelária, São Mateus, Terra do Pão, São João, Lajes, Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz.

Fares from €0.80.

Timetables and fares

Rent a Car

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located outside the airport terminal. You can request services from Táxis José Leo (Tel +351 917 537 910) and Táxis José Sousa (Tel +351 962 400 120). The journey to Madalena takes about 15 minutes and costs €8.00-10.00.

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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