4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Coimbra to Madrid
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Madrid will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Coimbra to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.
11:56 AM10h30Coimbra10:26 PMMadrid$1061One-way2 transfers
- 11:56 AM10h30Coimbra10:26 PMMadrid$1061One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Coimbra to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 249 miles (401 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Madrid:
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coimbra to Madrid costing on average $106 (€86).
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Coimbra to Madrid costing on average $113 (€92).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 54m.
Train takes on average 10h 30m.
Tickets start at around $106 (€86) compared to roughly $123 (€99) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 10h 30m versus 5h 20m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Coimbra to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Madrid trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:56 AM Coimbra | 10h30 | 10:26 PM Madrid | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coimbra to Madrid
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Trains from Coimbra to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€86) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€86) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 12:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Coimbra to Madrid trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Coimbra and Madrid from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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