How to travel from Lyon to Coimbra

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Compare bus and flight for Lyon to Coimbra

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $188 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $188, while a flight costs an average of $563.

Distance: 771 miles (1241 km)

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Driving

$188

Average price

Cheapest

$563

Average price

$421

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

25h 9m

Average total duration

24h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 10m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

15h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.2 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.7 - 7.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar Bus

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Volotea

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $188 (€154).

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

A bus is $375 (€307) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Coimbra costing on average $563 (€461).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 10m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Coimbra including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon 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 $188 (€154) compared to roughly $421 (€345) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $234 (€191). The journey takes 24h 39m versus 15h 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 Lyon to Coimbra

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Alsa
    4:30 PM28h55
    Lyon
    9:25 PMCoimbra
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Alsa
    4:30 PM28h55
    Lyon
    9:25 PMCoimbra
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:00 PM23h10
    Lyon
    12:10 PMCoimbra
    $981One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Alsa
    4:30 AM30h59
    Lyon
    11:29 AMCoimbra
    $1011One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:50 AM28h35
    Lyon
    2:25 PMCoimbra
    $1031One-way
    0 transfers
  • Internorte
    3:30 PM28h55
    Lyon
    8:25 PMCoimbra
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon 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 Lyon to Coimbra.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Coimbra including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of $188 (€154).

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

A bus is $375 (€307) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Coimbra costing on average $563 (€461).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 10m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 9m.

The distance from Lyon to Coimbra is approximately 771 miles (1241 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Coimbra is:
  • Around 49 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon 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 Lyon to Coimbra:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Coimbra, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Volotea, easyJet to go to Coimbra by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa to go to Coimbra by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Coimbra:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon 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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