The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portimao to Coimbra
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portimao to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portimao to Coimbra will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Portimao for Coimbra every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 341 km distance in an average of 7 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portimao to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portimao to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 341 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portimao to Coimbra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portimao to Coimbra coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 Portimao | 5h40 | 17:05 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Portimao | 6h50 | 20:20 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Portimao | 8h00 | 00:00 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:35 Portimao | 9h25 | 06:00 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Portimao | 6h40 | 03:40 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portimao to Coimbra
Buses from Portimao to Coimbra run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 341 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 341 km |
Average bus duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, EVA Transportes from Portimao to CoimbraYou can travel by bus between Portimao to Coimbra with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, EVA Transportes for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portimao to Coimbra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portimao 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Portimão, Bus Terminal (Rua da Abicada), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portimao and Coimbra
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Restaurante O Charneco (0.5 km)
- Tasca do Petrol (0.7 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 21, 31 Train: Linha do Algarve
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Eatery (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-A
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