- Must visit
National Museum Machado de Castro
Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
1 d 35 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Coimbra will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 2 buses that leave Marseille for Coimbra on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 1194 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 35 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 Marseille to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 741 miles (1194 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$114 Average price Cheapest | $172 Average price | $394 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 55m Average total duration 23h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Coimbra:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Coimbra costing on average $172 (€141).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 25m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Coimbra buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 PM Marseille | 26h50 | 9:30 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:10 AM Marseille | 27h35 | 11:45 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Marseille | 24h35 | 12:10 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Marseille to Coimbra run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 741 miles (1194 km) distance in 23h 35m.
Distance 741 miles (1194 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 23h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Open-air thematic museum-park with miniature Portuguese monuments and pavilions, especially popular with families and social media visitors.
University museum with historic scientific instruments, natural history displays, and collections linked to Coimbra's academic heritage.
Historic upper town around the university, filled with steep lanes, academic traditions, and many of the city's most iconic viewpoints.
Modern riverside park with promenades, lawns, and bridges, very popular for relaxed walks, sunsets, and local outdoor life.
Historic botanical garden with shaded paths, exotic plants, terraces, and one of the city's most pleasant quiet escapes.
Roast suckling pig from the nearby Bairrada region, prized for its crisp skin and juicy meat. It is one of the best-known celebratory dishes around Coimbra.
Traditional goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, and bay leaves in black clay pots. It is a classic inland dish strongly associated with the Coimbra area.
Hearty bean and meat soup with sausage and pork, popular in central Portugal. It is rustic, filling, and commonly found in traditional restaurants near Coimbra.
Small, iconic tavern famous for rustic central Portuguese food, hearty portions, and a very local, informal atmosphere.
Established contemporary venue offering creative Portuguese cuisine in a stylish setting, suitable for a more upscale meal in Coimbra.
Refined restaurant at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, known for contemporary Portuguese cooking and elegant views over Coimbra.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Student-friendly dining helps, but central hotels and tourist restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change is enough in cafés; round up for taxis.
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