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Museu Regional de Beja
Beja’s main museum inside a former convent, with archaeology, painting, sacred art, and notable architecture. The city’s key cultural visit.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rio Maior to Beja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rio Maior to Beja will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Rio Maior to Beja, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 5 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.

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Buses from Rio Maior to Beja run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rio Maior to Beja.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
The table below shows live departures for Rio Maior to Beja buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:35 PM Rio Maior | 5h20 | 6:55 PM Beja | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Beja’s main museum inside a former convent, with archaeology, painting, sacred art, and notable architecture. The city’s key cultural visit.
Small Visigothic-era museum and church space showing rare early medieval heritage. A distinctive stop for art and history enthusiasts.
Archaeology-focused museum area presenting finds from Beja’s Roman and earlier past. Useful for understanding the city beneath today’s streets.
Traditional neighborhood fabric around religious and historic buildings, rewarding slow walks with authentic Alentejo urban character.
Beja’s main square framed by civic buildings and cafés nearby. A natural base for walking, people-watching, and orienting yourself in the center.
Leafy public garden near the center, suited to relaxing breaks, short walks, and family time between visits to Beja’s historic attractions.
A rich Alentejo bread soup with poached egg, garlic, coriander, olive oil and often cod. It is one of the region’s signature comfort dishes.
Slow-cooked lamb stew with potatoes, onion, garlic and herbs. A festive Alentejo specialty linked to pastoral traditions around Beja.
Marinated pork fried with local spices and served with potatoes. It is a classic Alentejo home-style dish, hearty and deeply traditional.
Traditional Alentejo restaurant known for regional meat dishes, local wines and a rustic atmosphere popular with both residents and visitors.
Well-regarded local spot serving classic Portuguese and Alentejo dishes in a relaxed setting, often praised for generous portions.
Established restaurant in a refined setting with regional cuisine, careful presentation and a stronger wine focus than casual taverns.
Beja is cheaper than Lisbon and the Algarve, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most travelers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually just small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rio Maior to Beja 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 Beja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rio Maior to Beja buses use the Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) to Beja, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Rio Maior and Beja bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares). ATMs are available at Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares).
Ticket office support is available at Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares).
Available at Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares): Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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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