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The cheapest and fastest trains from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
90 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Coimbra will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Castelo Branco to Coimbra without transferring at least once.
IC 542 · R 451903:43PM3h32
Castelo Branco station07:15PMEspadaneira halt
$221One-way
1 transfer
IC 542 · R 451903:43PM3h35
Castelo Branco station07:18PMBencanta halt
$231One-way
1 transfer
IC 542 · R 451903:43PM3h40
Castelo Branco station07:23PMCoimbra-B
$231One-way
1 transfer
R 5622 · IC 52302:00PM3h33
Castelo Branco station05:33PMCoimbra-B
$251One-way
1 transfer
R 5624 · IC 72306:20PM3h11
Castelo Branco station09:31PMCoimbra-B
$251One-way
1 transfer
IC 540 · IC 72108:38AM2h55
Castelo Branco station11:33AMCoimbra-B
$281One-way
1 transfer
R 5624 · IC 72306:20PM3h11
Castelo Branco station09:31PMCoimbra-B
$251One-way
1 transfer
R 5620 · IC 62110:06AM3h28
Castelo Branco station01:34PMCoimbra-B
$251One-way
1 transfer
R 5620 · IC 62110:06AM3h28
Castelo Branco station01:34PMCoimbra-B
$311One-way
1 transfer
IC 542 · R 451903:43PM3h32
Castelo Branco station07:15PMEspadaneira halt
$221One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Castelo Branco to Coimbra train times
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Coimbra trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:36 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 542 · R 4519 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h40 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 542 · R 4519 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h40 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 542 · IC 731 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h50 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 542 · R 4521 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h43 | 8:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 542 · R 4519 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h32 | 7:15 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
| IC 542 · R 4519 | 3:43 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h35 | 7:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
| R 5624 · IC 723 · U 16830 | 6:20 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h30 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5624 · IC 723 | 6:20 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h11 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5624 · IC 723 · U 16830 | 6:20 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h33 | 10:53 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5624 · IC 529 | 6:20 PM Castelo Branco station | 5h43 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5624 · R 3401 | 6:20 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h51 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 544 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 8:04 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h29 | 12:33 AM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
| IC 544 · IC 529 | 8:04 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h59 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 544 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 8:04 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h27 | 12:31 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| IC 544 · IC 529 | 8:04 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h59 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5600 · IC 511 · U 16809 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h08 | 10:03 AM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5600 · IC 511 · U 16810 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h15 | 10:10 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5600 · IC 511 · U 16809 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h11 | 10:06 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5600 · R 4511 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h30 | 10:25 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5600 · IC 511 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h43 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5600 · IC 511 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h43 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5600 · AP 121 | 5:55 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h56 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 · R 4513 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h44 | 12:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 · IC 721 · U 16812 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h32 | 12:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| IC 540 · IC 621 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h56 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 · R 4515 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 5h44 | 2:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 · IC 721 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 2h55 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540 · IC 721 · U 16812 | 8:38 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h34 | 12:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5620 · IC 621 · U 16817 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h52 | 1:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5620 · IC 621 · U 16816 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h04 | 2:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5620 · IC 621 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h28 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5620 · R 4515 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h16 | 2:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5620 · IC 621 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h28 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5620 · IC 621 · U 16817 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h54 | 2:00 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5620 · IC 513 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h32 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5622 · IC 523 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h33 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5622 · IC 523 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h33 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5622 · IC 523 · U 16824 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h10 | 6:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5622 · IC 731 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 5h33 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5622 · IC 523 · U 16825 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 4h00 | 6:00 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
| R 5622 · R 4519 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 5h23 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
| R 5622 · IC 523 · U 16825 | 2:00 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h58 | 5:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
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Trains from Castelo Branco to Coimbra run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 02:55 |
Last train 20:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Castelo Branco to Coimbra trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Castelo Branco and Coimbra from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Comboios De Portugal
About
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway company of Portugal, operating medium- and long-distance services across the country as well as international connections to Spain and France. CP’s train types include Alfa Pendular (AP), high-speed trains reaching up to 220 km/h between Porto, Lisbon, and Faro; Intercidades, long-distance trains running at up to 200 km/h; Inter-Regional (IR) for medium-distance travel; and Regional services for local routes. International (IN) trains connect Portugal with key destinations abroad. Fare options include Promo tickets — available 5 to 60 days in advance and non-refundable — and Normal tickets, which are refundable for a fee. Both fare types are offered in 1st and 2nd class. Onboard amenities may include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Lisbon–Porto, Lisbon–Faro, and Porto–Faro, offering scenic views of Portugal’s countryside and coastline.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Comboios De Portugal frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar-cafeteria service with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco 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.
A stay of two to three days in Coimbra is ideal to explore its historic university, visit the Joanina Library, stroll through the charming streets, and enjoy local cuisine.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
The distance by train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is 55 miles (90 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
The first train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra leaves at 2:55 AM.
The last train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra leaves at 8:04 PM.
In Coimbra, you can explore the Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra, attend a soulful Fado concert, stroll along the scenic Mondego River, visit the interactive Science Museum of the University of Coimbra, and discover vibrant local markets. Notable sights include the historic University of Coimbra, the baroque Biblioteca Joanina, the Romanesque Sé Velha cathedral, the partially submerged Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, and the Machado de Castro National Museum with its Roman artifacts.
There is no direct train service currently available from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
A day trip from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is not feasible as the journey time is 3h 11m. However, there are 21 train trips available per day covering a distance of 55 miles (90 km).
The train journey from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is moderately scenic, offering views of the Portuguese countryside, rolling hills, and occasional glimpses of rivers and traditional villages along the way.
Train ticket prices from Castelo Branco to Coimbra can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $21 (€17).
The cheapest way to get from Castelo Branco to Coimbra is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The train from Castelo Branco to Coimbra takes 3h 11m and runs 21 per day.
The train station in Castelo Branco that goes to Coimbra is Castelo Branco station, which connects to Bencanta halt.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castelo Branco to Coimbra
Castelo Branco
Coimbra
The major train station for departures in Castelo Branco is Castelo Branco. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castelo Branco for your trip from Castelo Branco to Coimbra.
Castelo Branco
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Avenida Nuno Álvares.
Dining
- Restaurante Pinguim
- Restaurante O Lagarto
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Hotel Rainha D. Amélia
- Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo
- Hotel Império do Rei
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
Public transit options for Castelo Branco
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
Retaxo
Amenities at train station
DiningAccessibility
Benquerencas
The major train station for arrivals in Coimbra is Bencanta. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bencanta for your journey to Coimbra from Castelo Branco.
Bencanta
Amenities at train station
DiningATMAccessibilityAmenities at train station
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCBike Parking
Car RentalEspadaneira
Amenities at train station
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