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Museu D. Lopo de Almeida
Municipal museum introducing Abrantes through archaeology, art, and local history in a compact and accessible presentation.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$32
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$32
Fastest journey on Oct 10
7 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
8 h 30 m
Buses on Oct 10
3
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes without transferring at least once.






Buses from Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 but you can travel from only $7 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:00 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 7h30 | 10:30 PM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 23h00 | 2:30 PM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 7h15 | 12:15 AM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Vila Real de Santo António | 10h00 | 10:15 AM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Vila Real de Santo António | 7h45 | 2:45 PM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Vila Real de Santo António | 7h45 | 8:45 PM Abrantes | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Municipal museum introducing Abrantes through archaeology, art, and local history in a compact and accessible presentation.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions in the castle complex, combining modern works with an exceptional historic setting.
Small railway museum preserving objects and memories linked to the region’s rail history, a local-interest stop for transport enthusiasts.
Castle gardens and terraces with sweeping viewpoints over the town and river. Ideal for a short walk, photos, and sunset views.
Central square framed by historic buildings, terraces, and civic life. A practical starting point for exploring old Abrantes on foot.
Pleasant urban garden with shade, benches, and a relaxed atmosphere near the center, popular for a quiet break between sights.
A hearty Ribatejo bean stew with pork, blood sausage and cabbage. A traditional comfort dish tied to inland central Portugal.
Roast kid goat, often baked with potatoes and garlic. A festive dish common in the wider region and prized for rich, rustic flavor.
Salt cod baked or roasted with olive oil, onion and potatoes. Bacalhau is central to Portuguese food culture and widely eaten in Abrantes.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Abrantes known for grilled meats, fish and regional dishes in a relaxed local setting.
Casual local restaurant serving Portuguese comfort food, daily specials and charcoal-grilled dishes with a friendly atmosphere.
Well-known venue for Portuguese cuisine and seafood-focused meals, offering a more polished dining room and attentive service.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto. Hotels, local meals, and regional rail are usually reasonably priced for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is enough in cafés.
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Rodoviária de Abrantes -> Praça Raimundo Soares, Abrantes
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Most Vila Real de Santo António to Abrantes buses use the Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República to Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Vila Real de Santo António and Abrantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República. ATMs are available at Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República.
Ticket office support is available at Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República.
Available at Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República: Basic accessibility with ramps present.
Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes is 1 km from Abrantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars available in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes. ATMs are available at Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes.
Ticket office support is available at Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes.
Available at Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abrantes, Rodoviária de Abrantes: Accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
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