Lisbon to Coimbra by bus
Coimbra lies 176 km (110 mi) north of Lisbon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 25 min including stops, over roughly 215 km (134 mi) of road.
| Lisbon | Coimbra | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Portugal | Portugal |
| Population | 517,802 | 140,796 |
| Elevation | 68 m (223 ft) | 59 m (194 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/Lisbon) | UTC+1 (Europe/Lisbon) |
Where to book buses from Lisbon to Coimbra
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Staying in Coimbra
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Common questions
How far is Coimbra from Lisbon?
176 km (110 mi) in a straight line, north of Lisbon; by road roughly 215 km (134 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lisbon to Coimbra by bus?
About 3 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lisbon and Coimbra?
No, both are on Europe/Lisbon at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.