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Casa-Museu Anselmo Braamcamp Freire
Small municipal museum in a historic house with archaeology, sacred art, and local history collections linked to Santarém.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leiria to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiria to Santarém will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 5 buses that leave Leiria for Santarém on Sun, May 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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 Leiria to Santarém among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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 Leiria to Santarém:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiria to Santarém costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Santarém take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 22m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Leiria to Santarém buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 3h50 | 5:40 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 4h45 | 7:45 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 1h00 | 5:15 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 1h15 | 6:30 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 7:10 AM Leiria | 4h35 | 11:45 AM Santarém | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Leiria to Santarém run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Small municipal museum in a historic house with archaeology, sacred art, and local history collections linked to Santarém.
Major railway museum in Entroncamento, within the district and popular for industrial heritage, trains, and family visits.
Local museum space interpreting timekeeping and the former clock tower context, offering a niche look at Santarém’s urban heritage.
The city’s best-known park and viewpoint, ideal for sunset views, photos, and walks above the Tagus plain.
The historic center is full of Gothic churches, quiet lanes, and traditional buildings, making it the main walking area.
Classic panoramic viewpoint over the lezíria and Tagus valley, especially popular for photography and social media.
Hearty bean, pork, and sausage soup strongly associated with nearby Almeirim in the Santarém district; one of the Ribatejo region’s signature dishes.
Traditional Ribatejo bread-based side dish, usually made with garlic, olive oil, and greens, often served with pork or cod; a staple of local cooking.
Eel stew from the Tagus floodplain area, cooked with bread, herbs, and a rich broth; a classic riverine dish of the region.
Well-known modern tavern in Santarém celebrated for creative Ribatejo cuisine, strong wine selection, and polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Popular traditional restaurant in Santarém appreciated for generous Portuguese dishes, grilled meats, and dependable casual atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for regional Portuguese cooking and broad views over the Tagus plain, with a classic local dining feel.
Generally affordable by Portuguese standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while fine dining and central hotels cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small tips for taxis are appreciated, but not expected. No tip is needed for cafes unless service was exceptional.
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