- Must visit
Museu de Aveiro / Santa Joana
Housed in the former Convent of Jesus, this leading museum presents sacred art, architecture, and the legacy of Saint Joana.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albufeira to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albufeira to Aveiro will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 7 buses from Albufeira to Aveiro, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 397 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Albufeira to Aveiro run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Albufeira to Aveiro.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:14AM | Arrival Time 10:44AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
The table below shows live departures for Albufeira to Aveiro buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h50 | 6:50 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h55 | 7:45 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
16 · 67 | 1:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h00 | 8:00 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h50 | 9:05 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
2+ 95 | 2:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h45 | 9:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
97+ 2 | 3:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h15 | 10:45 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h05 | 11:05 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
2 · 95 | 4:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h45 | 12:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h40 | 12:20 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h10 | 12:30 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
11 · 12 | 8:30 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h30 | 7:00 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h30 | 8:05 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
69+ 11 | 11:00 PM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h15 | 5:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Albufeira | 7h35 | 2:20 PM Aveiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Albufeira | 7h35 | 3:20 PM Aveiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Housed in the former Convent of Jesus, this leading museum presents sacred art, architecture, and the legacy of Saint Joana.
Exceptional Art Nouveau house museum with decorative interiors that reveals the style defining Aveiro's elegant early 20th-century image.
Interactive museum dedicated to Aveiro's emblematic striped boats, explaining canal culture, craftsmanship, and local maritime traditions.
Aveiro's iconic central canal is the city's defining promenade, lined with boats, bridges, and Art Nouveau facades worth lingering over.
Historic fishermen's quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, chapels, and local character, ideal for exploring beyond the main canal.
Main civic square framed by important buildings and monuments, offering a practical orientation point in the city center.
Soft egg-yolk sweets wrapped in wafer shells shaped like shells, fish, or barrels. Aveiro's iconic convent pastry and the city's best-known edible symbol.
A rich fish stew from the Aveiro lagoon, usually made with eel or mixed fish, potatoes, and herbs. It reflects the region's close ties to the Ria de Aveiro.
Grilled or stewed eel from the lagoon, long prized by local fishing communities. It is one of Aveiro's most traditional savory specialties.
Refined restaurant known for creative Portuguese tasting menus in an elegant setting. A strong choice for contemporary regional dining in Aveiro.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant specializing in fish, shellfish, and lagoon flavors. Traditional style with a polished, established atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for petiscos, local dishes, and relaxed meals near the center. Good for trying regional flavors without a formal setting.
Moderate for Portugal: dining and local transit are reasonable, while central stays in peak season can raise daily costs compared with smaller inland towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Most Albufeira to Aveiro buses use the Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário to Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Albufeira and Aveiro bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário is 1 km from Albufeira city centre. Public transport options include:
Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and snack bar (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário: Elevators, ramps.
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