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Museu Municipal de Espinho
Municipal museum exploring Espinho’s maritime culture, sardine fishing and everyday coastal life through local collections.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 52 m
Buses on 18 Sept
34
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Espinho is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Espinho will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 34 buses from Lisbon to Espinho, including 17 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Espinho 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 258 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £94 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Lisbon to Espinho:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Espinho costing on average £15.
A coach is £87 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Espinho costing on average £94.
Other travel options to Espinho take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 1m.
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 54m 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, Citi Express, 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 Lisbon to Espinho coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h10 | 8:10 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
36+ 11 | 6:45 Cascais | 5h05 | 11:50 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
36+ 11 | 7:00 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 4h50 | 11:50 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 10:30 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
11 · 53 | 8:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h30 | 12:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 12:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
8 · 10 | 9:15 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 5h35 | 14:50 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:45 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h55 | 12:40 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h55 | 13:55 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h35 | 14:50 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h05 | 14:50 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
36+ 11 | 12:00 Cascais | 5h20 | 17:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
8+ 53 | 12:00 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 4h00 | 16:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
36+ 11 | 12:15 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 5h05 | 17:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
50+ 11 | 13:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h20 | 17:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 16:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 18:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
36+ 11 | 15:15 Cascais | 6h05 | 21:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
36+ 11 | 15:30 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 5h50 | 21:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h55 | 20:25 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
8 · 53 | 18:00 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 4h00 | 22:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
21+ 53 | 18:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h45 | 22:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
10 · 53 | 18:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h30 | 22:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2h55 | 21:40 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 22:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h55 | 22:25 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h00 | 1:00 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
11 · 49 | 0:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h05 | 5:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
53 · 49 | 1:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h20 | 5:20 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 1 change | |
![]() | 1:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h55 | 3:55 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:15 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 2h40 | 3:55 Santa Maria da Feira, Sta Maria Da Feira | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Espinho run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Espinho — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Espinho trip today.
Municipal museum exploring Espinho’s maritime culture, sardine fishing and everyday coastal life through local collections.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions, workshops and cultural events in a modern venue near the town centre.
Gallery and cultural space inside the municipal library, hosting temporary art exhibitions and small local cultural programmes.
Broad urban beach and promenade ideal for walking, sea views and sunsets, forming the heart of Espinho’s coastal atmosphere.
Protected coastal lagoon and boardwalk area popular for birdwatching, quiet walks and experiencing the natural side of Espinho.
Lively pedestrian avenue lined with shops and public spaces, useful for exploring the town centre on foot near the seafront.
A rich fish stew linked to the Espinho coast, made with mixed local fish and shellfish. It reflects the town’s strong fishing heritage.
Chargrilled sardines are a classic along Portugal’s Atlantic coast. In Espinho they are prized for freshness, simple seasoning and seaside eating.
Grilled sea bass from the local coast, usually cooked simply with olive oil and salt. It is a staple in Espinho’s fish restaurants.
Well-known seafood restaurant by the coast, focused on fresh fish and shellfish in a polished but relaxed setting.
Traditional restaurant known for grilled fish and classic Portuguese dishes, with an informal atmosphere popular with locals.
Established seafood venue specialising in shellfish and fresh catch, suited to a leisurely meal near the seafront.
Moderate for Portugal: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the beach 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 Lisbon to Espinho 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 Espinho, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Espinho buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Espinho bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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