How to travel from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Saint-Étienne to Coimbra

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €169 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €169, while a flight costs an average of €744.

Distance: 741 miles (1194 km)

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€744

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€169

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€245

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6h 13m

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25h 22m

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The cheapest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of €169.

This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra:

A bus is €574 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra costing on average €744.

The fastest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Saint-Étienne and Coimbra including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Saint-Étienne 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 €169 compared to roughly €245 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €76. The journey takes 24h 52m versus 15h 31m 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 Saint-Étienne to Coimbra

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM25h50
    Saint-Étienne
    4:05 PMCoimbra
    €1791One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM25h50
    Saint-Étienne
    4:05 PMCoimbra
    €1791One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM25h50
    Saint-Étienne
    4:05 PMCoimbra
    €1791One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne to Coimbra.

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There are 3 options to travel between Saint-Étienne and Coimbra including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of €169.

This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra:

A bus is €574 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra costing on average €744.

The fastest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 22m.

The distance from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is approximately 741 miles (1194 km).
The average frequency per day from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne to Coimbra:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF and arrive in Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Coimbra by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Vueling, Brussels Airlines, TAP Portugal, KLM, Air France, easyJet, Iberia to go to Coimbra by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Saint-Étienne to Coimbra:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Saint-Étienne 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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