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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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guimarães to Aveiro
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 1 m
Buses on 05 Sept
7
Distance
94 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guimarães to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guimarães to Aveiro will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 7 buses from Guimarães to Aveiro, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
14:351h45Guimarães16:20Aveiro£31One-way0 changes- 6:002h05Guimarães8:05Aveiro£41One-way0 changes
- 11:452h05Guimarães13:50Aveiro£41One-way0 changes
- 12:452h05Guimarães14:50Aveiro£41One-way0 changes
- 6:352h05Guimarães8:40Aveiro£51One-way0 changes
- 14:351h45Guimarães16:20Aveiro£31One-way0 changes
- 6:002h05Guimarães8:05Aveiro£41One-way0 changes
- 6:352h05Guimarães8:40Aveiro£51One-way0 changes
- 12:452h05Guimarães14:50Aveiro£41One-way0 changes
- 9:302h05Guimarães11:35Aveiro£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guimarães to Aveiro
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guimarães to Aveiro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. 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 £4, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 94 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Guimarães to Aveiro is a coach with an average price of £4.
This is compared to other travel options from Guimarães to Aveiro:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guimarães to Aveiro costing on average £10.
The fastest way to travel from Guimarães to Aveiro is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 42m.
Other travel options to Aveiro take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guimarães and Aveiro including taking a train and coach.
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 £4 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 18m 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 FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
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.
Live departures
Guimarães to Aveiro bus times
The table below shows live departures for Guimarães to Aveiro coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 20:25 Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem) | 1h45 | 22:10 Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 21:30 Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem) | 1h45 | 23:15 Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 5:35 Guimarães | 2h05 | 7:40 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 Guimarães | 2h05 | 8:05 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:35 Guimarães | 2h05 | 8:40 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 Guimarães | 2h05 | 11:35 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:45 Guimarães | 2h05 | 13:50 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:45 Guimarães | 2h05 | 14:50 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:35 Guimarães | 1h45 | 16:20 Aveiro | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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FlixBus as well as Rede Expressos or Citi Express offer coaches services from Guimarães to Aveiro.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Rede Expressos or Citi Express to find the best option for your trip from Guimarães to Aveiro.
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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 Rede Expressos or Citi Express to find the best option for your trip from Guimarães to Aveiro.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Guimarães to Aveiro.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Guimarães to Aveiro
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Buses from Guimarães to Aveiro run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 1h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express from Guimarães to AveiroYou can travel by bus between Guimarães to Aveiro with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£3
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Citi Express
About
Citi Express is a bus company that offers express services connecting major Portuguese cities like Lisbon, Porto, Braga, and Guimarães to inland areas. They focus on providing quick, efficient, and high-quality travel with an emphasis on comfort. Citi Express is a brand under Transdev, a mobility company. It is important to note that there are other companies with similar names, such as \City Express\" in Malaysia, which has over 30 years of experience and a large fleet of buses, and \"City Express\" courier services in Canada and the US. There's also a \"CityExpress!\" bus route in Honolulu, and \"Melbourne City Express\" by SkyBus for airport transfers in Australia. Additionally, \"Citibus\" is the public transportation provider for Lubbock, Texas."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Citi Express Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Citi Express Price
£6
Citi Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Space for wheelchairs.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
Rede Expressos
About
Rede Expressos is a leading bus company in Portugal, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to passengers including buses #[+journey]. It operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to double-deckers, all equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and multi-trip tickets. It also offers discounts for students, seniors, and children. Rede Expressos operates services to and from major cities and towns in Portugal, including Lisbon, Porto, Faro, and Coimbra. It also offers international routes to Spain, France, and Germany. The company operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with departures every hour. It is one of the most popular bus companies in Portugal, offering convenient and affordable transportation services to passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Rede Expressos Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Rede Expressos Price
£7
Rede Expressos frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
Complete guide to Aveiro
Things to do in Aveiro
Discover the best of Aveiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aveiro trip today.
- Recommended
Museu de Arte Nova
Art museum in a striking Art Nouveau house, presenting decorative arts and helping explain this distinctive style in Aveiro.
- Recommended
Museu da Cidade de Aveiro
Former Captaincy building with exhibitions on the Ria, salt, cod fishing and local maritime traditions shaping Aveiro.
- Must visit
Canal Central de Aveiro
Central canal lined with moliceiro boats, bridges and tiled façades; the classic walk for experiencing Aveiro’s waterside character.
- Recommended
Praça da República
Attractive pedestrian square beside the canal, bordered by civic buildings and often used as a starting point for exploring the centre.
- Recommended
Jardim do Rossio
Small urban park and garden area by the water, good for a peaceful stroll near several museums and historic buildings.
- Vegetarian
Ovos moles de Aveiro
Sweet wafer shells filled with rich egg-yolk cream. Aveiro’s signature convent sweet, protected as a regional speciality and sold across the city.
- Gluten-free
Caldeirada de enguias
Fresh eels stewed with potatoes, onion and saffron. A classic dish of the Ria de Aveiro, closely tied to the lagoon’s fishing heritage.
- Gluten-free
Enguias de escabeche
Eels cooked in a spiced marinade, often with vinegar and peppers. Traditional in Aveiro’s lagoon area and strongly linked to local eel fishing.
Salpoente
Refined restaurant in central Aveiro serving modern Portuguese cooking with regional products in an elegant, calm setting.
O Batel
Traditional and lively spot known for roast suckling pig sandwiches and Bairrada specialities in a casual setting.
Mercantel
Well-known restaurant focused on seafood and regional Portuguese dishes, with a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Portugal: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near canals and the coast can raise overall visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
App Aveiro
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.00
- Day pass
- €5.00
To the city centre
Terminal Rodoviário de Aveiro -> Praça da República, Aveiro
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Aveirobus is the official urban bus operator; the Terminal Rodoviário is integrated with the railway station for easy onward travel.
- The official municipal App Aveiro includes Aveirobus timetables. I could not verify official contactless bank card acceptance on buses from the operator source.
FAQs: Guimarães to Aveiro coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guimarães 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Guimarães to Aveiro can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guimarães to Aveiro is £4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Guimarães to Aveiro is 1h 40m to travel the 94 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Guimarães to Aveiro leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Guimarães to Aveiro leaves at 22:30.
Yes, there are 17 direct coaches a day from Guimarães to Aveiro with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Guimarães to Aveiro, you can count on FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express for the best way to get you to Aveiro. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Guimarães and Aveiro and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Aveiro from Guimarães is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Guimarães to Aveiro is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guimarães and Aveiro including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro for coach company FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Guimarães to Aveiro depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Guimarães to Aveiro:
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Guimarães to Aveiro:
- 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro. The following conditions apply:
- 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.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro with the following coach company: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro with the following coach company: FlixBus, Citi Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Guimarães to Aveiro with the following coach company: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guimarães and Aveiro
Most Guimarães to Aveiro buses use the Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem) to Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Guimarães and Aveiro bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Guimarães
Arrival bus stations in Aveiro
Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
City-centre transport
Getting to Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem) from Guimarães city centre
Bus003, 022 · 10m · £2 · every ~6 min
Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário
City-centre transport
Getting to Aveiro, Terminal Rodoviário from Aveiro city centre
Bus19, 36, 35 · 2m · £2 · every ~3 min
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