- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$5
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$11
Fastest journey on Sep 02
40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
43 m
Buses on Sep 02
24
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aveiro to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aveiro to Coimbra will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 24 buses from Aveiro to Coimbra, including 22 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest buses will take 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aveiro to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aveiro to Coimbra:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aveiro to Coimbra costing on average $7.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 42m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (42m by bus vs 50m by car) and save roughly $11 compared to fuel and tolls ($5 vs $17). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:14PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Aveiro to Coimbra buses for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 12:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 2:15 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h44 | 2:14 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 3:45 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 4:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 4:45 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 5:15 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h44 | 5:59 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h40 | 6:05 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 6:40 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 7:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 9:15 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 11:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 11:50 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 12:00 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 12:25 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h40 | 1:40 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 2:00 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 6:55 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 7:45 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 8:00 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 10:00 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0h45 | 11:25 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:40 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h49 | 2:29 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h40 | 2:25 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Aveiro to Coimbra run on average 19 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Science museum of the university with historic cabinets, laboratories, and interactive displays across several buildings.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and experimental programming in a modern university context.
Ceremonial university courtyard with sweeping city views and access to major heritage buildings on the hilltop campus.
Large botanical garden of the university with rare plants, terraces, and tranquil paths in a historic scientific setting.
Historic riverside quarter with narrow lanes, traditional houses, and access to key monuments in the lower city.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely celebrated around Coimbra and often paired with sparkling wine.
Goat stew slowly cooked in a black clay pot with potatoes and herbs. It is a rustic Beira dish tied to regional family celebrations.
Tender goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and garlic. A traditional festive dish in central Portugal, common in Coimbra homes and taverns.
Refined dining in the Quinta das Lágrimas estate, known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a romantic historic setting.
Traditional Coimbra restaurant famed for chanfana and regional classics, with a rustic atmosphere and strong local following.
Historic, formal restaurant serving polished Portuguese dishes and regional wines in a classic old-school dining room.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining, coffee, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aveiro to Coimbra by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coimbra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aveiro to Coimbra buses use the Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário to Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária). Use this guide to compare Aveiro and Coimbra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) is 1 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Portuguese Eatery (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário).
Available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Elevators, ramps.
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Central (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km), Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
Available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Elevators, ramps.
Coimbra is 1 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar and a cafe are present inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Coimbra. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra.
Available at Coimbra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra: Wheelchair accessible paths and assistance available.
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