- 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
$5
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valença to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valença to Coimbra will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Valença for Coimbra on Sat, Jun 20, 3 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 203 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 44 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 train as it is the most popular option from Valença 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 train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Valença to Coimbra:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valença to Coimbra costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Valença 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 PM Valença | 4h44 | 4:59 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Valença | 4h25 | 8:15 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Valença | 4h25 | 9:15 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Valença to Coimbra run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 10:20 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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