How to travel from Geneva to Coimbra

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Compare bus and flight for Geneva to Coimbra

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $160 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $160, while a flight costs an average of $371.

Distance: 840 miles (1353 km)

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$160

Average price

Cheapest

$371

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$555

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28h 0m

Average total duration

27h 30m

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5h 59m

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3h 59m

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16h 41m

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1.4 - 3.4kg

CO2 emissions

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4.1 - 8.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $160 (€134).

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

A bus is $211 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Coimbra costing on average $371 (€312).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 28h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Geneva and Coimbra including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Coimbra among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $160 (€134) compared to roughly $555 (€467) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $396 (€332). The journey takes 27h 30m versus 16h 41m 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.

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.

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from Geneva to Coimbra

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

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

  • FlixBus
    3:55 PM39h15
    Geneva
    7:10 AMCoimbra
    $1761One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:55 PM39h15
    Geneva
    7:10 AMCoimbra
    $1761One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:55 PM39h15
    Geneva
    7:10 AMCoimbra
    $1761One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva 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 Geneva to Coimbra.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Geneva and Coimbra including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $160 (€134).

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

A bus is $211 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Coimbra costing on average $371 (€312).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 28h 0m.

The distance from Geneva to Coimbra is approximately 840 miles (1353 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Coimbra is:
  • Around 106 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Coimbra:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Coimbra, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, BA Euroflyer, KLM Cityhopper, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa, Vueling, TAP Portugal, Iberia to go to Coimbra by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Coimbra by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Coimbra with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct flights per day with easyJet, Swiss, Transavia France, TAP Portugal.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Coimbra often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Lisbon, Madrid, Aveiro, 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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