- Must visit
Museu de Aveiro / Santa Joana
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 19 buses that leave Viana do Castelo for Aveiro on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus


50 · 75
60 · 74
49+
11Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Viana do Castelo to Aveiro:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Aveiro take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 11m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€21). The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 32m 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 Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
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 Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Viana do Castelo to Aveiro buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h30 | 6:40 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
49 · 14 | 5:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 3h15 | 8:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h45 | 8:55 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h00 | 7:00 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h30 | 10:10 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h00 | 10:15 AM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
10+ 75 | 10:15 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h30 | 12:45 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 3h00 | 1:40 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
10 · 49 | 11:00 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h45 | 1:45 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
60 · 12 | 12:30 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h45 | 3:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
10+ 74 | 1:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 3h15 | 4:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
10 · 16 | 1:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 3h15 | 4:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
60 · 74 | 2:00 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
50 · 16 | 3:15 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h45 | 6:00 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
50 · 75 | 3:15 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 2h15 | 5:30 PM Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Aveiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aveiro trip today.
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Small museum inside a classic Art Nouveau building, explaining the style that helped define central Aveiro’s elegant canal-side identity.
Open-air salt museum where visitors learn about traditional salt production, a key part of Aveiro’s landscape and local economy.
The city’s canal network is Aveiro’s signature setting, lined with moliceiro boats, colorful façades, and many of its best walks.
Historic neighborhood of narrow streets, tiled houses, small squares, and local character, ideal for wandering beyond the main canal.
Seaside area near Aveiro famous for striped houses, beach atmosphere, and highly photogenic streets popular with visitors and influencers.
Aveiro’s signature sweet: soft egg-yolk cream wrapped in thin wafer shells shaped like shells or fish. It is the city’s most famous convent pastry and a protected regional specialty.
Traditional eel stew made with local lagoon eels, potatoes, onion, tomato, and herbs. It is closely tied to the Ria de Aveiro and local fishing culture.
Fried eel, usually served crisp and simply seasoned. A classic Aveiro-area specialty that reflects the importance of eels from the lagoon.
Well-known upscale restaurant in a restored salt warehouse, focused on codfish and refined Portuguese cooking with a polished atmosphere.
Established contemporary restaurant known for creative Portuguese dishes, quality ingredients, and a stylish but relaxed setting in central Aveiro.
Popular traditional restaurant with a rustic feel, known for hearty Portuguese classics and dependable local flavors.
Generally moderate for Portugal. Casual meals and coffee are affordable, while hotels in peak season can raise overall trip costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for taxis or cafes is enough.
Official public transport app
Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário -> Aveiro Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viana do Castelo to Aveiro 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 Aveiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Viana do Castelo to Aveiro buses use the Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) to Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Viana do Castelo and Aveiro bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need