- Must visit
Mosteiro de Alcobaça
The monastery museum route includes cloisters, chapter house, dormitory and kitchen, offering the essential introduction to Alcobaça’s history.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Alcobaca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Alcobaca will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 16 buses from Lisbon to Alcobaca, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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 Lisbon to Alcobaca run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. 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 05:20, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 5:20 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lisbon to Alcobaca.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Alcobaca coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8+ 57 | 6:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h30 | 11:00 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
7 · 15 | 7:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h55 | 8:55 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1h40 | 9:20 Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia) | 0 changesdirect | |
8 · 15 | 9:15 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 4h00 | 13:15 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
8 · 15 | 9:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h45 | 13:15 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h00 | 13:00 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h50 | 13:50 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
2+ 57 | 13:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h25 | 16:25 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
8 · 15 | 13:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h15 | 17:45 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
1 · 15 | 14:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h55 | 17:25 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h35 | 16:35 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h50 | 18:20 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
16 · 44 | 16:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h25 | 19:55 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1h40 | 18:20 Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h55 | 19:55 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
8 · 15 | 18:00 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 4h00 | 22:00 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
8 · 15 | 19:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 22:00 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1h45 | 21:15 Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Alcobaca buses use the Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios to Alcobaca, Avenue Manuel Da Silva Carolino station pair, with some services arriving at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia). Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Alcobaca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia). ATMs are available at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia).
Ticket office support is available at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia).
Available at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcobaca, R. Prof. Eng. Joaquim Vieira Natividade (Serviço Municipal de Metrologia): Public areas are accessible to wheelchairs.
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