3186 · 317210:0010h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses19:35Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£161One-way1 change
Normal · Normal0:3012h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:30Coimbra£241One-way1 change
Normal · Normal0:0512h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:30Coimbra£241One-way1 change
Normal · Normal10:3012h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses22:00Coimbra£271One-way1 change
Normal · Normal9:4513h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)22:00Coimbra£271One-way1 change
FlixBus23:306h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:45Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£311One-way0 changes
Normal16:156h29Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:44Coimbra£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:006h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:45Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£311One-way0 changes
Normal15:456h59Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)21:44Coimbra£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:259h40Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)18:05Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£611One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Coimbra
The cheapest option from Madrid to Coimbra is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Coimbra among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg.
Distance: 401 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest option | £82 Average Price | £82 Average Price |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Coimbra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Coimbra coaches for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 15:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h59 | 21:44 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h29 | 21:44 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h45 | 4:45 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h29 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h59 | 9:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h29 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h59 | 9:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 4:45 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h14 | 9:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h44 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h14 | 9:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h44 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h45 | 11:44 Coimbra | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 8 July | |||||
Normal · Normal | 0:05 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h24 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 0:05 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h25 | 11:30 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 0:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h59 | 10:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 0:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h00 | 11:30 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h44 | 11:44 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h29 | 11:44 Coimbra | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h40 | 18:05 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h15 | 22:00 Coimbra | 1 change | |
3186 · 3172 | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h35 | 19:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h30 | 22:00 Coimbra | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Coimbra by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
08 Jul
09 Jul
10 Jul
11 Jul
12 Jul
13 Jul
14 Jul
15 Jul
16 Jul
17 Jul
18 Jul
19 Jul
20 Jul
21 Jul
22 Jul
23 Jul
24 Jul
25 Jul
26 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
Why should you book Madrid to Coimbra coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte or Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Coimbra.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Coimbra.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte or Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Coimbra.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Coimbra.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Coimbra
Typically, there are 16 buses per day from Madrid to Coimbra, including 4 direct buses, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 401 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 8h 42m |
Lowest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Alsa Supra, Rede Expressos, MonBus, Gipsyy Portugal from Madrid to CoimbraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Coimbra with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Alsa Supra, Rede Expressos, MonBus, Gipsyy Portugal for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
FlixBus
Alsa Supra
BlaBlaCar Bus
Rede Expressos
BlaBlaCar
Internorte
MonBus
Gipsyy Portugal
FAQs: Madrid to Coimbra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Coimbra
Most Madrid to Coimbra buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Coimbra station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária). Use this guide to compare Madrid and Coimbra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Coimbra leave from?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Getting to Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking Express Salidas T2) from Madrid city centre
Getting to Coimbra from Coimbra city centre
Getting to Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) from Coimbra city centre
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) bus station facilities and services
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Central (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km), Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Coimbra from Coimbra city centre
Most popular bus connections from Madrid
More options for your journey from Madrid to Coimbra
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


