- Must visit
Museu do Paço dos Duques de Bragança
Museum inside the ducal palace showing period interiors, tapestries, weapons, and decorative arts. It is central to Guimarães' history.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
lei70
Average ticket price on Sep 18
lei122
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 18
95
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Guimarães is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Guimarães will cost around lei122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei70.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 95 trains from Coimbra to Guimarães, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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 4601 · U 15607 · U 15155
R 4621 · U 15639 · U 15171
R 4601 · U 15607 · U 15155
R 4621 · U 15639 · U 15171
R 4617 · U 15635 · U 15167
IC 621
AP 135 · U 15173
IC 523 · U 15173
AP 121 · U 15161
IC 621 · U 16815Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Guimarães among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei74 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei74, while a train costs an average of lei96.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei96 Average price | lei74 Average price Cheapest | lei225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coimbra to Guimarães:
A bus is lei22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coimbra to Guimarães costing on average lei96.
Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 22m.
Tickets start at around lei96 compared to roughly lei225 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei129. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 1h 43m 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 Guimarães trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4601 · U 15607 · IC 621 | 5:40 AM Coimbra-B | 10h02 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4601 · U 15607 · U 15155 | 5:40 AM Coimbra-B | 3h59 | 9:39 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4601 · U 15607 · U 15155 | 5:40 AM Coimbra-B | 3h54 | 9:34 AM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4603 · U 15611 · IC 621 | 6:33 AM Coimbra-B | 9h09 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
U 16801 · IR 831 · U 15157 | 6:56 AM Bencanta halt | 3h29 | 10:25 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IR 831 · U 15157 | 7:26 AM Coimbra-B | 2h59 | 10:25 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IR 831 · IC 621 | 7:26 AM Coimbra-B | 8h16 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4501 · R 4605 · U 15615 · U 15159 | 7:33 AM Bencanta halt | 4h02 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
R 4605 · U 15615 · U 15159 | 7:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h41 | 11:31 AM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4605 · U 15615 · IC 621 | 7:50 AM Coimbra-B | 7h52 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4605 · U 15615 · U 15159 | 7:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h45 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4505 · IC 521 · U 15159 | 8:16 AM Bencanta halt | 3h19 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 521 · IC 621 | 8:33 AM Coimbra-B | 7h09 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · U 15159 | 8:33 AM Coimbra-B | 3h02 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · U 15159 | 8:33 AM Coimbra-B | 2h58 | 11:31 AM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · U 15159 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h44 | 11:31 AM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · U 15159 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h48 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · IC 621 | 8:47 AM Coimbra-B | 6h55 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4607 · IC 621 | 8:50 AM Coimbra-B | 6h52 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4607 · U 15161 | 8:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h49 | 12:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4607 · U 15161 | 8:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h44 | 12:34 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4509 · AP 121 · U 15161 | 9:22 AM Bencanta halt | 3h17 | 12:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 121 · U 15161 | 9:53 AM Coimbra-B | 2h46 | 12:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15161 | 9:53 AM Coimbra-B | 2h41 | 12:34 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IC 621 | 9:53 AM Coimbra-B | 5h49 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4511 · AP 123 · U 15163 | 10:21 AM Bencanta halt | 3h18 | 1:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 123 · U 15163 | 10:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h52 | 1:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · U 15163 | 10:47 AM Coimbra-B | 2h47 | 1:34 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · IC 621 | 10:47 AM Coimbra-B | 4h55 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
U 16811 · IC 721 · U 15165 | 11:01 AM Bencanta halt | 4h34 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · IC 621 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 4h07 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 15165 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 3h56 | 3:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 15165 | 11:35 AM Coimbra-B | 4h00 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15165 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 3h48 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IC 621 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 3h55 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15165 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 3h44 | 3:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 11:47 AM Coimbra-B | 11h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4613 · U 15627 · U 15165 | 11:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h41 | 3:31 PM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4613 · U 15627 · IC 621 | 11:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h52 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4613 · U 15627 · U 15165 | 11:50 AM Coimbra-B | 3h45 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4615 · U 15631 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 12:50 PM Coimbra-B | 10h45 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
U 16815 · IC 621 | 1:01 PM Bencanta halt | 2h41 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 | 1:36 PM Coimbra-B | 2h06 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 621 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 1:36 PM Coimbra-B | 9h59 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 1:47 PM Coimbra-B | 9h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · U 15167 | 1:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h52 | 5:39 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · U 15167 | 1:47 PM Coimbra-B | 3h56 | 5:43 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
R 4617 · U 15635 · U 15167 | 1:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h49 | 5:39 PM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4617 · U 15635 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 1:50 PM Coimbra-B | 9h45 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
R 4617 · U 15635 · U 15167 | 1:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h53 | 5:43 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
U 16819 · AP 133 · U 15169 | 3:02 PM Bencanta halt | 3h33 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 133 · U 15169 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h44 | 6:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · U 15169 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h48 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 3:47 PM Coimbra-B | 7h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4621 · U 15639 · U 15171 | 3:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h45 | 7:35 PM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4621 · U 15639 · U 15171 | 3:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h49 | 7:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4621 · U 15639 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 3:50 PM Coimbra-B | 7h45 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
U 16821 · R 4623 · U 15643 · U 15173 | 4:01 PM Bencanta halt | 4h11 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
R 4623 · U 15643 · U 15173 | 4:42 PM Coimbra-B | 3h30 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4623 · U 15643 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 4:42 PM Coimbra-B | 6h53 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
R 4623 · U 15643 · U 15175 | 4:42 PM Coimbra-B | 3h56 | 8:38 PM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
R 4517 · IC 523 · U 15173 | 5:13 PM Bencanta halt | 2h59 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 5:35 PM Coimbra-B | 6h00 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · U 15175 | 5:35 PM Coimbra-B | 3h03 | 8:38 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · U 15173 | 5:35 PM Coimbra-B | 2h37 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · U 15173 | 5:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h25 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 5:47 PM Coimbra-B | 5h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 135 · U 15175 | 5:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h51 | 8:38 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4625 · U 15647 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 5:50 PM Coimbra-B | 5h45 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 3 transfers | |
R 4625 · U 15647 · U 15177 | 5:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h47 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4625 · U 15647 · U 15177 | 5:50 PM Coimbra-B | 3h42 | 9:32 PM Covas Halt | 2 transfers | |
U 16825 · AP 127 · U 15177 | 6:01 PM Bencanta halt | 3h36 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 127 · U 15177 | 6:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h50 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · U 15177 | 6:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h45 | 9:32 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 6:47 PM Coimbra-B | 4h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
R 4519 · IC 731 · U 15181 | 7:19 PM Bencanta halt | 4h16 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 731 · U 15181 | 7:35 PM Coimbra-B | 4h00 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 · U 15181 | 7:35 PM Coimbra-B | 3h56 | 11:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4521 · AP 186 · U 15181 | 8:23 PM Bencanta halt | 3h12 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 186 · U 15181 | 8:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h48 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · U 15181 | 8:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h44 | 11:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IC 723 · U 15183 | 9:23 PM Bencanta halt | 3h12 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 723 · U 15183 | 9:33 PM Coimbra-B | 2h58 | 12:31 AM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 · U 15183 | 9:33 PM Coimbra-B | 3h02 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 129 · U 15183 | 9:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h44 | 12:31 AM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 129 · U 15183 | 9:47 PM Coimbra-B | 2h48 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Coimbra to Guimarães run on average 64 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei34 but you can travel from only lei31 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price lei34 |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
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Discover the best of Guimarães — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guimarães trip today.
Museum inside the ducal palace showing period interiors, tapestries, weapons, and decorative arts. It is central to Guimarães' history.
Contemporary art center in the former market building, known for ambitious exhibitions and strong architecture in the city center.
Museum of Alberto Sampaio with sacred art, sculpture, textiles, and reliquaries from local churches. A key stop beside Largo da Oliveira.
Guimarães' main medieval square, framed by arcades, church façades, and landmark monuments. It is the atmospheric heart of the UNESCO center.
Green mountain park above the city with walking paths, granite boulders, and superb views. A favorite for nature and fresh air close to town.
Historic lane in the old center lined with traditional buildings and local shops. It is ideal for a slow walk through daily urban life.
Minhoto-style rice pudding scented with lemon and cinnamon, traditionally served at family celebrations and convent-influenced feasts in the Minho region.
Cod baked with potatoes, onions and olive oil. A Portuguese classic widely cherished in Minho for festive meals and strong regional home cooking.
Young Vinho Verde from the surrounding Minho region. Light, fresh and slightly spritzy, it is one of the area's most emblematic traditional drinks.
Refined restaurant in the historic center known for polished Portuguese cuisine, strong wine service and an elegant contemporary setting.
Long-established traditional house serving hearty Minho dishes and regional wines in a classic, welcoming atmosphere near the center.
Popular casual restaurant for rojões, cod and other northern Portuguese staples, with generous portions and a relaxed local feel.
Moderate for Portugal. Rooms, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than Lisbon or Porto, especially outside peak festival dates.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafes and taxis usually just round up.
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Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães -> Largo do Toural, Guimarães
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Guimarães 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 Guimarães, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coimbra to Guimarães trains use the Coimbra-B to Guimarães station pair, with some services arriving at Covas. Use this guide to compare Coimbra and Guimarães 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.
Guimarães is 1 km from Guimarães city centre. Public transport options include:
Guimarães 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 options include: Restaurante Histórico by Papaboa, Solar do Arco
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Ticket office support is available at Guimarães. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Guimarães. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guimarães: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Guimarães: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guimarães: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Guimarães, Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães, Santa Luzia ArtHotel.
Covas is 2 km from Guimarães city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Covas has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Covas.
ATMs are available at Covas.
Accessibility facilities are available at Covas.
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