How to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Coimbra

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, while a flight costs an average of $603.

Distance: 511 miles (823 km)

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$603

Average price

$134

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Cheapest

$242

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6h 27m

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4h 27m

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15h 45m

Average total duration

15h 15m

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30m

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10h 22m

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2.5 - 4.9kg

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0.8 - 2.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $134.

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Coimbra:

A bus is $469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Coimbra costing on average $603.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 27m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Coimbra including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bordeaux to Coimbra among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 55m sooner (4h 27m by flight vs 10h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $603 compared to roughly $242 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bordeaux to Coimbra

How to get from Bordeaux to Coimbra by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 AM17h45
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    9:30 PMCoimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)
    $581One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 AM17h45
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    9:30 PMCoimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)
    $581One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • easyJetU26802
    10:35 PM1h40
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    11:15 PMPorto Airport
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM18h00
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    4:35 PMCoimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM13h35
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    6:25 AMCoimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    4:45 AM12h44
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    4:29 PMCoimbra
    $631One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY2913 · VY8480
    5:30 PM4h50
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    9:20 PMPorto Airport
    $1751One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2913 · VY8480+FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM9h10
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    1:40 AMCoimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)
    $1851One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7445 · AF1516
    4:10 PM6h55
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    10:05 PMPorto Airport
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra

Travel to Coimbra easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Coimbra.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Coimbra including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $134.

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Coimbra:

A bus is $469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Coimbra costing on average $603.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 27m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 45m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Coimbra is approximately 511 miles (823 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Coimbra is:
  • Around 37 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Coimbra as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Coimbra:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Coimbra, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Internorte, FlixBus, Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Coimbra by bus.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Air Nostrum, Swiss, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Air Baltic, TAP Portugal, British Airways, easyJet, Iberia to go to Coimbra by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Coimbra with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Coimbra often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Porto, Aveiro, Madrid, Nazaré. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Coimbra and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Coimbra to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Coimbra, you can explore the Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra, attend a soulful Fado concert, stroll along the scenic Mondego River, visit the interactive Science Museum of the University of Coimbra, and discover vibrant local markets. Notable sights include the historic University of Coimbra, the baroque Biblioteca Joanina, the Romanesque Sé Velha cathedral, the partially submerged Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, and the Machado de Castro National Museum with its Roman artifacts.
A stay of two to three days in Coimbra is ideal to explore its historic university, visit the Joanina Library, stroll through the charming streets, and enjoy local cuisine.

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