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Museu de Aveiro/Santa Joana
Museum in the former Convent of Jesus, centred on Saint Joana and sacred art, with ornate chapels and historic interiors.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 5 buses from Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 144 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 144 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 144 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 5:45 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro coaches for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 Caldas da Rainha | 2h15 | 11:15 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Caldas da Rainha | 4h35 | 14:20 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Caldas da Rainha | 2h15 | 20:00 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Caldas da Rainha | 2h15 | 20:15 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Caldas da Rainha | 4h00 | 23:30 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect |
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Museum in the former Convent of Jesus, centred on Saint Joana and sacred art, with ornate chapels and historic interiors.
Art museum in a striking Art Nouveau house, presenting decorative arts and helping explain this distinctive style in Aveiro.
Former Captaincy building with exhibitions on the Ria, salt, cod fishing and local maritime traditions shaping Aveiro.
Central canal lined with moliceiro boats, bridges and tiled façades; the classic walk for experiencing Aveiro’s waterside character.
Attractive pedestrian square beside the canal, bordered by civic buildings and often used as a starting point for exploring the centre.
Small urban park and garden area by the water, good for a peaceful stroll near several museums and historic buildings.
Sweet wafer shells filled with rich egg-yolk cream. Aveiro’s signature convent sweet, protected as a regional speciality and sold across the city.
Fresh eels stewed with potatoes, onion and saffron. A classic dish of the Ria de Aveiro, closely tied to the lagoon’s fishing heritage.
Eels cooked in a spiced marinade, often with vinegar and peppers. Traditional in Aveiro’s lagoon area and strongly linked to local eel fishing.
Refined restaurant in central Aveiro serving modern Portuguese cooking with regional products in an elegant, calm setting.
Traditional and lively spot known for roast suckling pig sandwiches and Bairrada specialities in a casual setting.
Well-known restaurant focused on seafood and regional Portuguese dishes, with a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Portugal: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near canals and the coast can raise overall visitor costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro 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 Aveiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Caldas da Rainha to Aveiro buses use the Caldas Da Rainha, Rua Coronel Soeiro de Brito to Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Caldas da Rainha and Aveiro bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste. ATMs are available at Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste.
Ticket office support is available at Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste.
Available at Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caldas da Rainha, Rodoviário do Oeste: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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