- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 12 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Coimbra on Sun, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $258 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 2m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra costing on average $58 (€48).
A bus is $214 (€176) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra costing on average $258 (€211).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Flight takes on average 9h 2m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $69 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€22). The journey takes 4h 58m versus 3h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:14PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:14PM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:29AM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3124 | 12:25 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 4:45 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 6h29 | 5:59 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 12:45 PM Santiago de Compostela | 9h40 | 9:25 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h55 | 9:25 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 9:25 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 10:00 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h14 | 2:14 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 2:14 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Santiago de Compostela | 10h14 | 5:59 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h25 | 5:55 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 4:25 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Science museum of the university with historic cabinets, laboratories, and interactive displays across several buildings.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and experimental programming in a modern university context.
Ceremonial university courtyard with sweeping city views and access to major heritage buildings on the hilltop campus.
Large botanical garden of the university with rare plants, terraces, and tranquil paths in a historic scientific setting.
Historic riverside quarter with narrow lanes, traditional houses, and access to key monuments in the lower city.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely celebrated around Coimbra and often paired with sparkling wine.
Goat stew slowly cooked in a black clay pot with potatoes and herbs. It is a rustic Beira dish tied to regional family celebrations.
Tender goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and garlic. A traditional festive dish in central Portugal, common in Coimbra homes and taverns.
Refined dining in the Quinta das Lágrimas estate, known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a romantic historic setting.
Traditional Coimbra restaurant famed for chanfana and regional classics, with a rustic atmosphere and strong local following.
Historic, formal restaurant serving polished Portuguese dishes and regional wines in a classic old-school dining room.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining, coffee, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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