The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Coimbra
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 2 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Coimbra will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 11 buses that leave Madrid for Coimbra every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 9 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 14 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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Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 401 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £82 Average Price |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 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 |
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Live departures
Madrid to Coimbra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Coimbra coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 22:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h59 | 09:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h45 | 04:45 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 22:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h59 | 09:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h00 | 05:05 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 04:45 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h30 | 05:05 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h14 | 09:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h14 | 09:59 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 22:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h30 | 11:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h59 | 11:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h44 | 11:29 Coimbra | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h40 | 18:05 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 08:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h15 | 22:00 Coimbra | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 09:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h30 | 22:00 Coimbra | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Coimbra
Buses from Madrid to Coimbra run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 401 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Madrid to CoimbraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Coimbra with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
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