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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
$5
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 8 buses that leave Santa Comba Dão for Coimbra on Sat, Jun 20, 8 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 33 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 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 Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra:
A bus is $1 (€0.85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 53m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (41m by bus vs 44m by car) and save roughly $5 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $10 (€8)). 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, 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 Citi Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Comba Dão 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 AM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h45 | 7:25 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 8:50 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 9:20 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 2:05 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 3:35 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 4:20 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 7:20 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Santa Comba Dao, Av. Gen. Humberto Delgado (Praça de Táxis) | 0h40 | 8:50 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Santa Comba Dão to Coimbra run on average 8 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 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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