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Museu da Guarda
Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Versailles to Guarda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $224 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $224, while a flight costs an average of $297.
Distance: 733 miles (1180 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$224 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price | $403 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 19m Average total duration 18h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Versailles to Guarda:
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Versailles to Guarda costing on average $297 (€243).
Other travel options to Guarda take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 49m.
Tickets start at around $224 (€183) compared to roughly $403 (€329) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $179 (€147). The journey takes 18h 49m versus 14h 4m 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, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 26h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
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Buses from Versailles to Guarda run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 733 miles (1180 km) distance in 17h 45m.
Distance 733 miles (1180 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 45m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Guarda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guarda trip today.
Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and cultural programming in a restored building in the historic core.
Exhibition venue in Guarda’s municipal theater complex, known for contemporary visual arts and accessible central location.
Main civic square in historic Guarda, surrounded by notable buildings and ideal for orientation, events, and people-watching.
Hilltop area around the cathedral with heritage streets, views, and many of the city’s most important monuments close together.
Broad avenue linking key parts of the center, useful for strolling between shops, services, and cultural venues in the city core.
Hearty mountain soup with cabbage, beans, potatoes and pork. A Beira Interior staple valued for warming winters in the highlands around Guarda.
Rustic blood sausage from nearby Trás-os-Montes and Beira areas, often grilled or roasted. It is a classic inland Portuguese charcuterie.
Cured sheep's milk cheese from Serra da Estrela, creamy and intense. It is the region's most iconic product and a must-try near Guarda.
Traditional restaurant known for regional Beira dishes, grilled meats and a rustic local atmosphere in Guarda.
Established local spot serving classic Portuguese comfort food, regional specialties and generous portions in a casual setting.
Refined dining venue focused on Beira Interior ingredients, polished service and a more elegant atmosphere for regional cuisine.
Moderate for Portugal. Guarda is usually cheaper than Lisbon and Porto for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly low for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés may get small change; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Versailles to Guarda 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 Guarda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Versailles to Guarda buses use the Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory) to Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario station pair, with some services arriving at Guarda. Use this guide to compare Versailles and Guarda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory) is 1 km from Versailles city centre. Public transport options include:
Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory). ATMs are available at Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory).
Ticket office support is available at Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory).
Available at Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Versailles, Av. du Maréchal Juin (Satory): Accessible pathways for those with reduced mobility.
Versailles, Gare Rive Droite is 1 km from Versailles city centre. Public transport options include:
Versailles, Gare Rive Droite has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Versailles, Gare Rive Droite. ATMs are available at Versailles, Gare Rive Droite.
Ticket office support is available at Versailles, Gare Rive Droite.
Available at Versailles, Gare Rive Droite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Versailles, Gare Rive Droite: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr) is 4 km from Versailles city centre. Public transport options include:
Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr). ATMs are available at Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr).
Ticket office support is available at Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr).
Available at Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Versailles, Place Pierre Semard (Gare de Saint-Cyr): The station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
Guarda has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Guarda. ATMs are available at Guarda.
Ticket office support is available at Guarda.
Available at Guarda: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guarda: Station is accessible for people with limited mobility.
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