- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
Major fine arts and archaeology museum set above a remarkable Roman cryptoporticus. One of Coimbra’s key cultural institutions and a top museum visit.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 16 buses that leave Vila Nova Da Telha for Coimbra on Tue, May 26, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 $7, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m 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 Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra:
A bus is $0.07 (€0.06) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 25m by bus vs 1h 28m by car) and save roughly $19 (€16) compared to fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $27 (€22)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 3h05 | 7:35 AM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 9:05 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h45 | 9:05 AM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 2h20 | 11:05 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 2h20 | 12:35 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h55 | 1:35 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 3:00 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 5:05 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 2h30 | 6:05 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 5:45 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 6:35 PM Coimbra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Vila Nova Da Telha | 1h50 | 7:35 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vila Nova Da Telha to Coimbra run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Best time to book 63 days |
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Major fine arts and archaeology museum set above a remarkable Roman cryptoporticus. One of Coimbra’s key cultural institutions and a top museum visit.
University museum covering scientific instruments, natural history and academic collections. Good choice for visitors interested in Coimbra’s scholarly heritage.
Modern archaeological museum in nearby Condeixa interpreting Roman Portugal and Conímbriga. Worth considering for visitors exploring greater Coimbra.
The traditional downtown district with lively pedestrian streets, shops, historic façades and easy access to major monuments.
Historic upper town around the university, known for steep lanes, old colleges and classic viewpoints over the city.
Historic botanical garden with shaded paths, exotic plant collections and one of the city’s best peaceful walks.
Roast suckling pig with very crisp skin, a classic specialty of the nearby Bairrada region and one of the most famous meals around Coimbra.
Goat stewed slowly in red wine, garlic, and spices in black clay pots. A rustic Beira dish strongly associated with the Coimbra area.
Traditional goat offal rolls seasoned with garlic and herbs, linked to old festive cooking in the villages around Coimbra.
Small, iconic traditional tavern famous for hearty regional dishes and a very characterful, old Coimbra atmosphere.
Refined restaurant at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, known for polished Portuguese cuisine, city views, and an elegant setting.
Popular rustic restaurant serving classic central Portuguese food, petiscos, and local specialties in a warm, casual space.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Good value for cafes and casual dining; central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tipping is not mandatory.
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