- 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
$7
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santarém to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santarém to Coimbra will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 10 buses that leave Santarém for Coimbra on Sat, Jun 20, 4 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 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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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3275 · 3172
16 · 2

16 · 2
8 · 23
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santarém to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santarém to Coimbra:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santarém to Coimbra costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 3m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Santarém to Coimbra buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 · 23 | 7:30 AM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 1h55 | 9:25 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 transfer | |
16 · 2 | 10:45 AM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 1h45 | 12:30 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 2h20 | 1:05 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3275 · 3172 | 11:55 AM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 7h40 | 7:35 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 transfer | |
2 · 36 | 12:30 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 2h20 | 2:50 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 2h10 | 3:50 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8+ 10 | 2:30 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 2h20 | 4:50 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 2h10 | 7:55 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4+ 21 | 7:45 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 3h10 | 10:55 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:25 PM Santarem, Terminal Rodovario | 1h30 | 11:55 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Santarém to Coimbra run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:25 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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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