The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Coimbra will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 11 buses that leave Castelo Branco for Coimbra every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
8:151h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário10:05Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário)£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:351h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário16:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:351h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário9:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:501h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário20:40Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£91One-way0 changes
16:002h10Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário18:10Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário)£101One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:501h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário20:40Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:351h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário16:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:351h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário9:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£61One-way0 changes
8:151h50Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário10:05Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário)£51One-way0 changes
16:002h10Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário18:10Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 90 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Castelo Branco to Coimbra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Coimbra coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 · 24 | 6:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h40 | 11:10 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 2h30 | 10:00 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 9:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 10:05 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
79+ 45 | 9:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h10 | 13:10 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
3275 · 3172 | 10:10 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h25 | 19:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
79 · 21 | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h45 | 17:15 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 16:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 2h10 | 18:10 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
20+ 21 | 16:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h35 | 20:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1h50 | 20:40 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Rodonotre, Citi Express or Rede Expressos to find the best option for your trip from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Rodonotre, Citi Express or Rede Expressos to find the best option for your trip from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Buses from Castelo Branco to Coimbra run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 90 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 90 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Rodonotre, Citi Express, Rede Expressos from Castelo Branco to CoimbraYou can travel by bus between Castelo Branco to Coimbra with FlixBus, Rodonotre, Citi Express, Rede Expressos for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Castelo Branco to Coimbra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Coimbra 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 Coimbra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Citi Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Citi Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Citi Express
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Citi Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Citi Express
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castelo Branco and Coimbra
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Eatery (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-A
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
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