How can I travel from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra without a car?

The best way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Coimbra from Santiago de Compostela by bus?

The average travel time from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra is about 6h 55m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 5h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 miles (298 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?

The distance between the two cities is 185 miles (298 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?

The majority of buses traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra start their journey at Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela and wind up at Coimbra Central Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $13 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Coimbra from Santiago de Compostela.

How much are the bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?

The average bus ticket price from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra is $84. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $13 to $102, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Bus Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra from $11 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Compare 2 ways to go from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $102	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $40	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Coimbra. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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3h 30mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$84

Average bus trip duration6h 55m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure9:30am

Distance183 miles (295 km)

Latest bus departure5:05pm

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/559,439 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Based on 59439 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $74.00

ALSA Santiago de Compostela Coimbra recent customer reviews

I think it is outrageous to cut off the Wi-Fi after a passenger has used it for a certain amount of time. My bus ride was seven hours, but I probably only was able to use Wi-Fi for two or three of those. I have lots of business to do and this was extremely inconvenient.

Nancy D.

September 30, 2019

We had 2 drivers. One was efficient and an alert, skillful driver. The other was sloppy, read from a list of small print while driving at high speed and talked on a hand held phone. I was sitting in the left hand side front seat.

Kerry S.

October 21, 2017

Prompt services, Clean buses

Patricia S.

September 20, 2023

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,349 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

Based on 10349 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $13.00

BlaBlaCar Bus Santiago de Compostela Coimbra recent customer reviews

Smooth ride. Comfy seats. No WiFi or plug ins on this bus that we could tell. Had a nice stop to get food and use a restroom if necessary. The bus did have a bathroom though.

Beatrice Q.

October 22, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/59,068 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda.

4/540 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

PT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Santiago de Compostela and Coimbra?

Stops in Santiago de Compostela

A - Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela

B - A Poboa

C - Av. de Lugo

D - San Lázaro

E - Av. de Rosalía de Castro

F - Rúa San Lázaro

Stops in Coimbra

A - Coimbra Central Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago de Compostela - Coimbra

How can I travel from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra without a car?
How long does it take to get to Coimbra from Santiago de Compostela by bus?
What is the travel distance from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?
What is the most affordable way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?
How much are the bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/14

$53

06/15

$30

Today

$26

06/17

$14

06/18

$31

06/19

$19

06/20

$14

06/21

$19

The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $104 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually ALSA INTERNACIONAL will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santiago de Compostela and Coimbra!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to Coimbra while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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