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Mosteiro de Alcobaça
The monastery museum route includes cloisters, chapter house, dormitory and kitchen, offering the essential introduction to Alcobaça’s history.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Porto to Alcobaca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Alcobaca will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Porto for Alcobaca every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Porto to Alcobaca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 180 km
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Porto to Alcobaca coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 Porto | 3h00 | 11:00 Alcobaca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Porto | 3h15 | 16:45 Alcobaca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:30 Porto | 3h15 | 17:45 Alcobaca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Porto to Alcobaca run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:08, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 1:08 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Alcobaca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alcobaca trip today.
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 Porto 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 Porto to Alcobaca buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 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 Porto and Alcobaca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
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