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Museu da Guarda
Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Beja to Guarda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beja to Guarda will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Beja for Guarda on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Beja to Guarda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Beja to Guarda:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Beja to Guarda costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Guarda take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 10m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
The table below shows live departures for Beja to Guarda buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 AM Beja | 9h20 | 3:50 PM Guarda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Beja | 8h15 | 5:15 PM Guarda | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Beja to Guarda run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Guarda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guarda trip today.
Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and cultural programming in a restored building in the historic core.
Exhibition venue in Guarda’s municipal theater complex, known for contemporary visual arts and accessible central location.
Main civic square in historic Guarda, surrounded by notable buildings and ideal for orientation, events, and people-watching.
Hilltop area around the cathedral with heritage streets, views, and many of the city’s most important monuments close together.
Broad avenue linking key parts of the center, useful for strolling between shops, services, and cultural venues in the city core.
Hearty mountain soup with cabbage, beans, potatoes and pork. A Beira Interior staple valued for warming winters in the highlands around Guarda.
Rustic blood sausage from nearby Trás-os-Montes and Beira areas, often grilled or roasted. It is a classic inland Portuguese charcuterie.
Cured sheep's milk cheese from Serra da Estrela, creamy and intense. It is the region's most iconic product and a must-try near Guarda.
Traditional restaurant known for regional Beira dishes, grilled meats and a rustic local atmosphere in Guarda.
Established local spot serving classic Portuguese comfort food, regional specialties and generous portions in a casual setting.
Refined dining venue focused on Beira Interior ingredients, polished service and a more elegant atmosphere for regional cuisine.
Moderate for Portugal. Guarda is usually cheaper than Lisbon and Porto for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly low for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés may get small change; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beja to Guarda 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 Guarda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Beja to Guarda buses use the Beja, Terminal Rodoviário to Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario station pair. Use this guide to compare Beja and Guarda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Beja, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário. ATMs are available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário.
Ticket office support is available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário: The station provides basic accessibility features for disabled passengers.
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