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Mosteiro de Alcobaça
The monastery museum route includes cloisters, chapter house, dormitory and kitchen, offering the essential introduction to Alcobaça’s history.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
4 h 30 m
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Amarante to Alcobaca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amarante to Alcobaca will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Amarante to Alcobaca you need to make at least one change.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amarante to Alcobaca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 205 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amarante to Alcobaca:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amarante to Alcobaca costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Alcobaca take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 48m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 3h 37m versus 2h 27m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Amarante to Alcobaca coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:15 Amarante | 4h30 | 17:45 Terminal Rodoviário De Alcobaça | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:15 Amarante | 16h45 | 11:00 Terminal Rodoviário De Alcobaça | 1 change | |
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Buses from Amarante to Alcobaca run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:45, the last at 16:25. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 6:45 |
Last bus 16:25 |
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Discover the best of Alcobaca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alcobaca trip today.
The monastery museum route includes cloisters, chapter house, dormitory and kitchen, offering the essential introduction to Alcobaça’s history.
A small museum on wine-growing traditions, showing tools, documents and local heritage tied to the surrounding rural landscape.
An interpretation space dedicated to Raul da Bernarda’s ceramic legacy, with decorative pieces that reflect a major local craft tradition.
The central square facing the monastery is the natural starting point for visits, with broad views and easy access to the old town.
A pleasant riverside green area near the monastery, good for a short stroll, photographs and a quieter perspective on the historic centre.
This traditional street links key town-centre sights and shops, making it a practical walking route for experiencing everyday Alcobaça.
A convent sweet of eggs and sugar linked to the Monastery. It is one of Alcobaça’s best-known traditional desserts and a classic local treat.
A rich pudding of egg yolks, sugar and almonds from convent cooking traditions. It is strongly associated with Alcobaça’s famous monastic pastry heritage.
A creamy baked dessert made with eggs, sugar and milk, often flavoured with cinnamon. It reflects the region’s historic convent sweet-making tradition.
Well-regarded restaurant serving refined Portuguese cuisine with seafood and regional dishes in an elegant but approachable atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant in central Alcobaça known for Portuguese classics, grilled fish and meat dishes in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Casual local spot popular for charcoal-grilled chicken and simple Portuguese comfort food. Good for an unfussy everyday meal.
Alcobaça is cheaper than Lisbon and many Algarve resorts, with good-value stays, modest restaurant prices, and low local transport costs for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés is enough. Taxi fares are usually rounded up modestly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amarante to Alcobaca by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alcobaca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amarante to Alcobaca buses use the Amarante, Rodonorte Terminal Rodoviário to Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino station pair. Use this guide to compare Amarante and Alcobaca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino. ATMs are available at Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino.
Ticket office support is available at Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino.
Available at Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino: Station is wheelchair accessible.