- Must visit
Museu Nacional Grão Vasco
Viseu’s leading museum in the cathedral quarter, famous for Grão Vasco paintings and major collections of sacred art and archaeology.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Covilha to Viseu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Covilha to Viseu will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Covilha for Viseu on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.










Buses from Covilha to Viseu run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Covilha to Viseu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 6:00 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h55 | 7:10 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 9:15 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h30 | 10:15 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 1h40 | 10:30 PM Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Covilha | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Viseu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Covilha | 2h25 | 3:40 PM Viseu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Viseu’s leading museum in the cathedral quarter, famous for Grão Vasco paintings and major collections of sacred art and archaeology.
Museum dedicated to Almeida Moreira, displaying paintings, decorative arts and period interiors inside the collector’s former residence.
Housed in a former bishop’s palace, this museum presents archaeological finds, liturgical pieces and regional history close to the cathedral.
Vast green park with lawns, ponds, playgrounds and walking paths, ideal for a relaxed break close to the historic core.
Charming old quarter with granite lanes, traditional houses and hidden corners that best convey Viseu’s historic atmosphere.
Pedestrianized main avenue lined with shops and historic façades, central to everyday city life and a pleasant place to stroll.
Roasted kid goat from the Lafões area, usually baked in a wood oven with potatoes. It is a festive regional favorite tied to local shepherding traditions.
Slow-roasted veal, a classic Sunday and celebration dish in the Viseu region, prized for tender meat and simple seasoning that highlights local produce.
Rich rice cooked with blood, pork and spices. It is a traditional Beira interior dish often served at rural feasts and classic taverns.
Refined restaurant inside Montebelo Palácio dos Melos, serving polished Portuguese cuisine and Dão wines in an elegant historic setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant focused on regional Beira dishes, roasted meats and classic Portuguese hospitality in a comfortable setting.
Popular casual venue for grilled meats, hearty regional plates and generous portions. A dependable local choice with an informal atmosphere.
Moderate for Portugal: hotels and dining are reasonable, and local buses are cheap. It is often cheaper than Lisbon or Porto for similar tourist needs.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) -> Praça da República, Viseu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Covilha to Viseu 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 Viseu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Covilha to Viseu buses use the Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) to Viseu, Estação Rodoviária (Centro de Mobilidade) station pair. Use this guide to compare Covilha and Viseu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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