- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra will cost around DKK 104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 92.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 16 trains from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
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Trains from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 90 but you can travel from only DKK 44 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 90 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra.
The table below shows live departures for Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IR 801 · R 4506 | 6:13 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h13 | 8:26 AM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IR 801 | 6:13 AM Caldas da Rainha | 1h55 | 8:08 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 801 · R 4505 | 6:13 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h03 | 8:16 AM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IR 801 · R 4505 | 6:13 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h00 | 8:13 AM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6451 · U 16813 | 9:22 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h36 | 11:58 AM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6451 · U 16813 | 9:22 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h38 | 12:00 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6451 · U 16812 | 9:22 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h48 | 12:10 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6451 | 9:22 AM Caldas da Rainha | 2h07 | 11:29 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 805 · R 4518 | 4:25 PM Caldas da Rainha | 3h00 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IR 805 · U 16827 | 4:25 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h35 | 7:00 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IR 805 | 4:25 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h07 | 6:32 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 805 · U 16827 | 4:25 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h33 | 6:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6455 · U 16830 | 7:06 PM Caldas da Rainha | 3h44 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6455 · R 4523 | 7:06 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h16 | 9:22 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6455 · R 4523 | 7:06 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h14 | 9:20 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 6455 | 7:06 PM Caldas da Rainha | 2h08 | 9:14 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Science museum of the university with historic cabinets, laboratories, and interactive displays across several buildings.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and experimental programming in a modern university context.
Ceremonial university courtyard with sweeping city views and access to major heritage buildings on the hilltop campus.
Large botanical garden of the university with rare plants, terraces, and tranquil paths in a historic scientific setting.
Historic riverside quarter with narrow lanes, traditional houses, and access to key monuments in the lower city.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely celebrated around Coimbra and often paired with sparkling wine.
Goat stew slowly cooked in a black clay pot with potatoes and herbs. It is a rustic Beira dish tied to regional family celebrations.
Tender goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and garlic. A traditional festive dish in central Portugal, common in Coimbra homes and taverns.
Refined dining in the Quinta das Lágrimas estate, known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a romantic historic setting.
Traditional Coimbra restaurant famed for chanfana and regional classics, with a rustic atmosphere and strong local following.
Historic, formal restaurant serving polished Portuguese dishes and regional wines in a classic old-school dining room.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining, coffee, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caldas da Rainha 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.

Most Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra trains use the Caldas da Rainha to Bencanta station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra-B. Use this guide to compare Caldas da Rainha and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Caldas da Rainha has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Caldas da Rainha.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Caldas da Rainha. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Caldas da Rainha. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Caldas da Rainha: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Caldas da Rainha: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caldas da Rainha.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristal Caldas, Sana Silver Coast Hotel, Hotel Dona Leonor.
Bencanta is 3 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Bencanta has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Bencanta.
ATMs are available at Bencanta.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bencanta.
Coimbra-B is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra-B has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Coimbra-B.
ATMs are available at Coimbra-B.
Available at Coimbra-B: Taxis, WC.
Available at Coimbra-B: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra-B.
Espadaneira is 4 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Espadaneira has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Espadaneira.
Accessibility facilities are available at Espadaneira.
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