- Must visit
Museu de Arqueologia D. Diogo de Sousa
Braga's main archaeology museum, housed in a former palace. It presents Roman, medieval, and regional finds central to local history.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Braga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Braga will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 48 trains that leave Coimbra for Braga on Sun, Jul 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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 4617 · U 15635 · U 15233
R 4617 · U 15635 · U 15233
R 3401 · U 15201
R 3401 · U 15201
R 3401 · U 15201
AP 131
AP 137
AP 135
AP 133
AP 133 · U 15240Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Braga 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 train which can get you there in 2h 24m. 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 $5.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Coimbra to Braga:
A bus is $6 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coimbra to Braga costing on average $12 (€12).
Other travel options to Braga take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 40m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€12) compared to roughly $40 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€28). The journey takes 2h 24m versus 1h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Braga trains for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 621 · U 16815 · U 15227 | 1:01 PM Bencanta halt | 2h57 | 3:58 PM Braga station | 2 transfers | |
IC 621 · U 15227 | 1:36 PM Coimbra-B | 2h22 | 3:58 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · U 15227 | 1:36 PM Coimbra-B | 2h18 | 3:54 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · U 15229 | 1:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h11 | 4:58 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · U 15229 | 1:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h07 | 4:54 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
R 24617 · U 15635 · U 15233 | 2:02 PM Coimbra-B | 4h01 | 6:03 PM Braga station | 2 transfers | |
R 24617 · U 15635 · U 15233 | 2:02 PM Coimbra-B | 3h57 | 5:59 PM Ferreiros | 2 transfers | |
AP 133 · U 16819 | 3:02 PM Bencanta halt | 2h27 | 5:29 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 1h42 | 5:29 PM Braga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 133 · U 15240 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 1h50 | 5:37 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · U 15233 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h12 | 5:59 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
R 4517 · IC 523 · U 15241 | 5:13 PM Bencanta halt | 2h43 | 7:56 PM Braga station | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · U 15241 | 5:35 PM Coimbra-B | 2h18 | 7:53 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · U 15241 | 5:35 PM Coimbra-B | 2h21 | 7:56 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · U 15247 | 6:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h27 | 10:14 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · U 15247 | 6:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h31 | 10:18 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
R 4519 · AP 137 | 7:19 PM Bencanta halt | 2h10 | 9:29 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 | 7:47 PM Coimbra-B | 1h42 | 9:29 PM Braga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 137 · U 15247 | 7:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h27 | 10:14 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 · U 15250 | 7:47 PM Coimbra-B | 1h52 | 9:39 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IC 723 | 9:23 PM Bencanta halt | 2h04 | 11:27 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 | 9:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1h54 | 11:27 PM Braga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 723 · U 15251 | 9:33 PM Coimbra-B | 2h46 | 12:19 AM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 26 | |||||
IR 831 · U 15213 | 7:26 AM Coimbra-B | 2h37 | 10:03 AM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IR 831 · U 15213 | 7:26 AM Coimbra-B | 2h33 | 9:59 AM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
IR 21831 · U 15213 | 7:35 AM Coimbra-B | 2h28 | 10:03 AM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IR 21831 · U 15213 | 7:35 AM Coimbra-B | 2h24 | 9:59 AM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
R 4505 · AP 131 | 8:16 AM Bencanta halt | 2h13 | 10:29 AM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 1h42 | 10:29 AM Braga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 131 · U 15224 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h47 | 11:34 AM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · U 15215 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h12 | 10:59 AM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15219 | 9:53 AM Coimbra-B | 3h01 | 12:54 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15219 | 9:53 AM Coimbra-B | 3h05 | 12:58 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 16811 | 11:01 AM Bencanta halt | 2h26 | 1:27 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 1h52 | 1:27 PM Braga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 721 · U 15223 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 2h19 | 1:54 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 15230 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 1h59 | 1:34 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15225 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 3h11 | 2:58 PM Braga station | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15225 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 3h07 | 2:54 PM Ferreiros | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Coimbra to Braga run on average 57 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 57 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Discover the best of Braga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Braga trip today.
Braga's main archaeology museum, housed in a former palace. It presents Roman, medieval, and regional finds central to local history.
Museum inside the cathedral complex displaying sacred art, relics, and treasury pieces. Ideal for understanding Braga's ecclesiastical heritage.
Contemporary art center and gallery in a former convent. It hosts changing exhibitions and cultural events in a striking historic building.
Formal garden beside the archbishop's palace, known for flower beds, hedges, and postcard views of medieval façades in central Braga.
Pedestrianized historic street with old façades, local shops, and frequent foot traffic. A pleasant route through Braga's commercial core.
Historic quarter around the cathedral with narrow lanes, old houses, and small plazas. It is the best area for discovering traditional Braga.
Roast kid goat, often baked in a wood oven with potatoes. A festive Minho classic linked to family celebrations and Sunday meals.
Slow-roasted young goat from the Minho region, prized for tender meat and simple seasoning that highlights local pastoral traditions.
Salt cod baked with onions, potatoes and olive oil. Braga and the wider Minho region are known for many beloved bacalhau preparations.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Chef Rui Paula, known for creative Portuguese tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Well-known local spot for hearty Portuguese comfort food, especially regional meat dishes, with a relaxed and dependable setting.
Traditional Braga restaurant celebrated for roast kid, cod and other Minho classics in a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Braga is budget-friendly for Portugal. Hotels, meals, and local buses usually cost less than in Lisbon or Porto, making it good value for city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. For cafes and taxis, round up small amounts rather than tip heavily.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Braga 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 Braga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coimbra to Braga trains use the Coimbra-B to Braga station pair, with some services arriving at Ferreiros. Use this guide to compare Coimbra and Braga train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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.
Braga is 1 km from Braga city centre. Public transport options include:
Braga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Brac, Restaurante Tia Isabel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Braga. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Braga. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Braga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Braga: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Braga: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Braga Centro, Hotel Moon & Sun Braga, Hotel Bracara Augusta.
Ferreiros is 2 km from Braga city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferreiros has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Ferreiros.
ATMs are available at Ferreiros.
Available at Ferreiros: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferreiros.
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