- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
Major fine arts museum in a former episcopal palace, showing sculpture, painting, sacred art and decorative objects from several centuries.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 50 m
Buses on 19 Sept
41
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ericeira to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ericeira to Coimbra will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 41 buses from Ericeira to Coimbra, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ericeira to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 162 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ericeira to Coimbra:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ericeira to Coimbra costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £38. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 5m 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.
Direct services are operated by Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
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 Ericeira to Coimbra 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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FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h55 | 0:40 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:40 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h00 | 1:40 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h30 | 3:40 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 Alcabideche, Av. República (CascaiShopping - Terminal) | 6h20 | 12:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 6h00 | 12:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:00 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 2h35 | 9:35 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
1+ 21 | 7:35 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h15 | 11:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 7:50 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h00 | 11:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h05 | 12:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
1+ 23 | 9:20 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h30 | 12:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h25 | 13:00 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 9:50 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h30 | 14:20 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 10:05 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h15 | 14:20 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Alcabideche, Av. República (CascaiShopping - Terminal) | 6h10 | 16:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 5h50 | 16:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h05 | 15:15 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 2h35 | 14:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
1+ 2 | 12:20 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h00 | 16:20 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 2 | 12:35 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h45 | 16:20 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Alcabideche, Av. República (CascaiShopping - Terminal) | 6h10 | 19:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
1+ 57 | 13:15 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h35 | 17:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 25 | 13:20 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h30 | 16:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 57 | 13:30 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h20 | 17:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 5h50 | 19:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h30 | 17:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h55 | 18:05 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h20 | 19:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
36 · 15 | 15:30 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 3h20 | 18:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:45 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h05 | 18:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
1+ 15 | 16:30 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h35 | 21:05 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 16:35 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h05 | 20:40 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 15 | 16:45 Lourinhã, Carrasquira | 4h20 | 21:05 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 16:50 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h50 | 20:40 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 2 | 16:50 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h30 | 20:20 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h05 | 20:55 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Alcabideche, Av. República (CascaiShopping - Terminal) | 6h15 | 0:15 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:20 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 5h55 | 0:15 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:45 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 2h50 | 21:35 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h25 | 22:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 19:20 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h35 | 22:55 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
1+ 21 | 20:15 Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário | 3h35 | 23:50 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Ericeira to Coimbra run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 21:40 |
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Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former episcopal palace, showing sculpture, painting, sacred art and decorative objects from several centuries.
Science museum of the University of Coimbra with historic instruments, laboratories and hands-on displays that explain natural science clearly.
Compact university museum exploring sacred art, ceremony and academic heritage inside a historic religious setting near the upper town.
Historic university quarter with ceremonial spaces, old academic buildings and superb city views. It is essential for a first visit to Coimbra.
Lively pedestrian street in the old centre, lined with shops and historic facades. It is ideal for exploring the lower town on foot.
Broad riverside park with lawns, paths and bridges. It offers relaxed walks, family space and excellent perspectives across the Mondego.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely eaten in Coimbra and traditionally paired with sparkling wine.
Goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and olive oil, a hearty central Portugal dish served at family gatherings and festive meals.
Goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic and spices in clay pots. It is a rustic regional speciality from the Coimbra area.
Classic Coimbra venue serving hearty Portuguese dishes and local specialities in a busy, unfussy, traditional dining room.
Well-known house for Bairrada roast suckling pig and regional wines, with a straightforward traditional atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for central Portuguese cooking, especially roast kid and regional classics, in a warm old-fashioned setting.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto, with lower hotel rates, inexpensive dining and cheap local buses for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change is fine in cafés; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ericeira 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.

Most Ericeira to Coimbra buses use the Torres Vedras, Terminal Rodoviário to Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária). Use this guide to compare Ericeira and Coimbra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) is 1 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Portuguese Eatery (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário).
Available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário): Elevators, ramps.
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Central (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km), Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
Available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Elevators, ramps.
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