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Museu Municipal de Pombal
Local history museum inside the castle complex, presenting archaeology and the story of Pombal from medieval times onward.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Pombal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Pombal will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Coimbra for Pombal on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 49 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.






Trains from Coimbra to Pombal run on average 57 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 but you can travel from only $2 by bus.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:48, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Trains per day 57 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 2:48 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Pombal trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4504 | 7:15 AM Bencanta halt | 0h45 | 8:00 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4504 | 7:18 AM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 8:00 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 520 · R 4501 | 7:30 AM Espadaneira halt | 0h55 | 8:25 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 520 · R 4501 | 7:33 AM Bencanta halt | 0h52 | 8:25 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 520 | 7:57 AM Coimbra-B | 0h28 | 8:25 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 510 · R 4505 | 8:14 AM Espadaneira halt | 1h36 | 9:50 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 510 · R 4505 | 8:16 AM Bencanta halt | 1h34 | 9:50 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4506 | 8:23 AM Coimbra-B | 0h54 | 9:17 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4506 | 8:26 AM Bencanta halt | 0h51 | 9:17 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4506 | 8:29 AM Espadaneira halt | 0h48 | 9:17 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 16808 · IC 510 | 9:05 AM Bencanta halt | 0h45 | 9:50 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16808 · IC 510 | 9:08 AM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 9:50 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4509 · IC 730 | 9:19 AM Espadaneira halt | 1h02 | 10:21 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 510 | 9:22 AM Coimbra-B | 0h28 | 9:50 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 730 · R 4509 | 9:22 AM Bencanta halt | 0h59 | 10:21 AM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 | 9:54 AM Coimbra-B | 0h27 | 10:21 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4508 | 10:22 AM Coimbra-B | 0h54 | 11:16 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4508 | 10:25 AM Bencanta halt | 0h51 | 11:16 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4508 | 10:28 AM Espadaneira halt | 0h48 | 11:16 AM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 720 · U 16811 | 10:58 AM Espadaneira halt | 1h26 | 12:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 · U 16811 | 11:01 AM Bencanta halt | 1h23 | 12:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 | 11:56 AM Coimbra-B | 0h28 | 12:24 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 524 · U 16815 | 12:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h25 | 2:23 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16815 · IC 524 | 1:01 PM Bencanta halt | 1h22 | 2:23 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4510 | 1:30 PM Coimbra-B | 0h48 | 2:18 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4510 | 1:33 PM Bencanta halt | 0h45 | 2:18 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4510 | 1:36 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 2:18 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 524 | 1:56 PM Coimbra-B | 0h27 | 2:23 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4515 · IC 512 | 2:15 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h06 | 3:21 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 512 · R 4515 | 2:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1h03 | 3:21 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 512 | 2:52 PM Coimbra-B | 0h29 | 3:21 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 16819 · IC 722 | 3:00 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h24 | 4:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 · U 16819 | 3:02 PM Bencanta halt | 1h22 | 4:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16818 · IC 722 | 3:10 PM Bencanta halt | 1h14 | 4:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16818 · IC 722 | 3:13 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h11 | 4:24 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 | 3:56 PM Coimbra-B | 0h28 | 4:24 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4512 | 4:27 PM Coimbra-B | 0h48 | 5:15 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4512 | 4:30 PM Bencanta halt | 0h45 | 5:15 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4512 | 4:33 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 5:15 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4514 | 5:22 PM Coimbra-B | 0h55 | 6:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4514 | 5:25 PM Bencanta halt | 0h52 | 6:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4514 | 5:28 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h49 | 6:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 16825 · AP 126 | 5:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h10 | 7:08 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16825 · AP 126 | 6:01 PM Bencanta halt | 1h07 | 7:08 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4516 | 6:23 PM Coimbra-B | 0h54 | 7:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4516 | 6:26 PM Bencanta halt | 0h51 | 7:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4516 | 6:29 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h48 | 7:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 126 | 6:43 PM Coimbra-B | 0h25 | 7:08 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 620 | 6:56 PM Coimbra-B | 0h27 | 7:23 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4518 | 7:22 PM Coimbra-B | 0h55 | 8:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4518 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 0h52 | 8:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4518 | 7:28 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h49 | 8:17 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 514 · U 16829 | 7:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h52 | 8:50 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16829 · IC 514 | 8:01 PM Bencanta halt | 0h49 | 8:50 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16828 · IC 514 | 8:05 PM Bencanta halt | 0h45 | 8:50 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
U 16828 · IC 514 | 8:08 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 8:50 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
IC 514 | 8:20 PM Coimbra-B | 0h30 | 8:50 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4521 · IC 528 | 8:20 PM Espadaneira halt | 1h03 | 9:23 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4520 | 8:22 PM Coimbra-B | 0h47 | 9:09 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4521 · IC 528 | 8:23 PM Bencanta halt | 1h00 | 9:23 PM Pombal station | 1 transfer | |
R 4520 | 8:25 PM Bencanta halt | 0h44 | 9:09 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4520 | 8:27 PM Espadaneira halt | 0h42 | 9:09 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 528 | 8:56 PM Coimbra-B | 0h27 | 9:23 PM Pombal station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:12 AM Coimbra | 0h48 | 7:00 AM Pombal | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Local history museum inside the castle complex, presenting archaeology and the story of Pombal from medieval times onward.
Interpretive center dedicated to the Marquis of Pombal, explaining his life, reforms, and deep ties to the municipality.
Museum space focused on traditional Portuguese contemporary art presentations and temporary exhibitions in central Pombal.
Historic upper quarter climbing toward the castle, with older streets, heritage buildings, and some of the best town views.
Main square of Pombal, lined with civic buildings and everyday local life. A practical starting point for exploring the center.
Pleasant urban park for walks and relaxation, popular with locals and visitors wanting green space near the center.
A hearty chickpea, pasta and pork soup from central Portugal, long linked to local home cooking and village festivities.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, popular across the Bairrada and Leiria region and often enjoyed around Pombal.
Rustic grilled cod, usually salted then cooked over charcoal with potatoes and olive oil; a staple of traditional Portuguese dining.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Pombal known for grilled meats, cod dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Well-known casual venue serving regional Portuguese comfort food, daily specials and generous portions in a friendly setting.
Established restaurant with a more refined style, specializing in classic Portuguese dishes, seafood and careful presentation.
Moderate for Portugal: meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and local transport are usually cheaper than Lisbon or Porto.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine for cafes and taxis; locals often just round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Pombal 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 Pombal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coimbra to Pombal trains use the Coimbra-B to Pombal station pair, with some services arriving at Lourical. Use this guide to compare Coimbra and Pombal 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.
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.
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.
Pombal has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Pombal.
ATMs are available at Pombal.
Available at Pombal: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pombal.
Lourical is 19 km from Pombal city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lourical has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourical.
Pelariga is 5 km from Pombal city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pelariga has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Available at Pelariga: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pelariga.
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