- Must visit
Serralves Museum
Major contemporary art museum set in a vast park. Visit for leading exhibitions, architecture, and one of Portugal’s top cultural institutions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coimbra to Porto:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coimbra to Porto costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 2h 44m sooner (1h 22m by bus vs 4h 6m by car) and save roughly €9 compared to fuel and tolls (€11 vs €20). 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 Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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 Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Porto buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:05 PM Coimbra | 1h20 | 6:25 PM Porto (tic - Campanhã) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Coimbra | 1h15 | 6:30 PM Porto - Terminal Intermodal De Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Coimbra | 1h20 | 6:45 PM Porto (tic - Campanhã) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Coimbra | 1h20 | 7:00 PM Porto (tic - Campanhã) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Coimbra | 1h20 | 7:30 PM Porto (tic - Campanhã) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Coimbra to Porto run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of Porto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Porto trip today.
Major contemporary art museum set in a vast park. Visit for leading exhibitions, architecture, and one of Portugal’s top cultural institutions.
National museum with Portuguese painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. It is a cornerstone for understanding northern Portugal’s art.
Outstanding decorative arts museum inside a pink 19th-century palace. Its romantic interiors and gardens offer a refined Porto experience.
Porto’s riverside quarter is the city’s postcard scene, with colorful facades, historic lanes, and memorable Douro views.
Elegant avenue lined with modernist façades, cafés, and transit links. It is central, lively, and ideal for orienting yourself downtown.
Steep medieval lane descending from the upper city to Ribeira. It is one of Porto’s most atmospheric historic walks.
Francesinha is Porto’s iconic layered sandwich with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and spicy beer sauce, often served with fries.
Tripas à Moda do Porto is a traditional tripe and white bean stew linked to Porto’s nickname, Tripeiros, and reflects the city’s historic frugal cuisine.
Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá is a classic Porto cod dish with salt cod, potatoes, onion, olives, and egg, created by a Porto merchant in the 19th century.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined Portuguese cuisine, seafood, and polished service in a romantic atmosphere.
Traditional seafood restaurant celebrated for fresh fish and shellfish, with a classic local feel in Matosinhos near Porto.
Long-established downtown venue serving hearty Portuguese dishes and a respected Francesinha in a bustling Belle Époque dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and dining are cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while transit is low-cost and many casual meals remain good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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