The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisbon to Coimbra
Cheapest price
25S$
Average price
37S$
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Coimbra will cost around 37S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 25S$.
Of the 46 trains that leave Lisbon for Coimbra every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
R 5601 · R 45194:23 PM3h00Lisbon - Oriente7:23 PMCoimbra-B25 S$1One-way1 change
R 4417 · R 451712:53 PM4h23Lisbon - Oriente5:16 PMCoimbra-B25 S$1One-way1 change
R 4431 · R 34017:53 PM3h18Lisbon - Oriente11:11 PMCoimbra-B25 S$1One-way1 change
R 4431 · R 34017:45 PM3h26Lisboa - Santa Apolonia11:11 PMCoimbra-B25 S$1One-way1 change
R 5601 · R 45194:15 PM3h08Lisboa - Santa Apolonia7:23 PMCoimbra-B25 S$1One-way1 change
AP 1332:09 PM1h36Lisbon - Oriente3:45 PMCoimbra-B43 S$1One-way0 changes
AP 1275:09 PM1h36Lisbon - Oriente6:45 PMCoimbra-B43 S$1One-way0 changes
AP 1376:09 PM1h36Lisbon - Oriente7:45 PMCoimbra-B43 S$1One-way0 changes
AP 1317:09 AM1h36Lisbon - Oriente8:45 AMCoimbra-B43 S$1One-way0 changes
AP 1867:09 PM1h36Lisbon - Oriente8:45 PMCoimbra-B43 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lisbon to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 6S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 6S$, and a train costs an average of 14S$.
Distance: 177 km
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Live departures
Lisbon to Coimbra train times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Coimbra trains for tomorrow, Sunday, 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 131 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 8:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 131 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 8:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 511 | 7:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 511 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 121 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h51 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 121 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h42 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 721 | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 721 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4411 · AP 182 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h00 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
AP 182 | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 1h48 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 182 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 621 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h04 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 621 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h55 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 513 | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 513 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4417 · R 4517 | 12:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h31 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 4417 · R 4517 | 12:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h23 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
IC 543 · R 4517 | 1:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h01 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
IC 543 · R 4517 | 1:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h53 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
AP 133 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 133 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 523 | 3:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 523 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 135 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 5:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 135 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 5:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5601 · R 4519 | 4:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h08 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 5601 · R 4519 | 4:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h00 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
AP 127 | 5:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 6:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 127 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 6:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 731 | 5:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 731 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 137 | 6:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 7:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 137 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 7:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 515 | 6:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 515 | 6:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4429 · AP 186 | 6:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h00 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
AP 186 | 6:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 1h48 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 186 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 723 | 7:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h01 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 723 | 7:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h52 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4431 · R 3401 | 7:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h26 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 4431 · R 3401 | 7:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h18 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
AP 129 | 8:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 9:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 129 | 8:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 9:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 529 | 10:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 529 | 10:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lisbon to Coimbra
Trains from Lisbon to Coimbra run on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 14S$ but you can travel from only 6S$ by coach.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price 14S$ |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Lisbon to Coimbra train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Coimbra by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coimbra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lisbon and Coimbra
Most Lisbon to Coimbra trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lisbon station do trains to Coimbra leave from?
Getting to Lisboa - Oriente from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Oriente train station facilities and services
Lisboa - Oriente has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Getting to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia train station facilities and services
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Getting to Lisboa - Entrecampos from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Entrecampos is 3 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Entrecampos train station facilities and services
Lisboa - Entrecampos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Laurentina, O Talho
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference, Hotel 3K Europa, NH Lisboa Campo Grande.
Which Coimbra station do trains from Lisbon arrive at?
Getting to Coimbra-B from Coimbra city centre
Coimbra-B is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra-B train station facilities and services
Coimbra-B has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coimbra-B.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Coimbra-B.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coimbra-B: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coimbra-B: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra-B.
Getting to Bencanta from Coimbra city centre
Bencanta is 3 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Bencanta train station facilities and services
Bencanta has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bencanta.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bencanta.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bencanta.
Getting to Espadaneira from Coimbra city centre
Espadaneira is 4 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Espadaneira train station facilities and services
Espadaneira has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Espadaneira.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Espadaneira.
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