- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Covilha to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Covilha to Coimbra will cost around DKK 109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 102.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 trains from Covilha to Coimbra, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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 Covilha to Coimbra run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Plan this route
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Covilha to Coimbra.
The table below shows live departures for Covilha to Coimbra trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 540 · IC 721 | 7:48 AM Covilhã | 3h45 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 540 · IC 721 · U 16812 | 7:48 AM Covilhã | 4h22 | 12:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 540 · IC 721 · U 16812 | 7:48 AM Covilhã | 4h24 | 12:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
R 5683 · R 5402 | 7:59 AM Covilhã | 4h37 | 12:36 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5683 · R 5404 | 7:59 AM Covilhã | 11h04 | 7:03 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5683 · IC 512 | 7:59 AM Covilhã | 6h51 | 2:50 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5683 · R 5402 · U 16814 | 7:59 AM Covilhã | 5h13 | 1:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
R 5683 · R 5402 · U 16814 | 7:59 AM Covilhã | 5h11 | 1:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
R 5620 · IC 621 | 8:55 AM Covilhã | 4h39 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5620 · IC 621 · U 16816 | 8:55 AM Covilhã | 5h17 | 2:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
R 5620 · IC 621 · U 16816 | 8:55 AM Covilhã | 5h15 | 2:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 541 · R 5404 | 11:55 AM Covilhã | 7h08 | 7:03 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 541 · IC 514 | 11:55 AM Covilhã | 8h23 | 8:18 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 | 12:45 PM Covilhã | 4h48 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 2 transfers | |
R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 · U 16824 | 12:45 PM Covilhã | 5h25 | 6:10 PM Bencanta halt | 3 transfers | |
R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 · U 16824 | 12:45 PM Covilhã | 5h27 | 6:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 3 transfers | |
IC 542 · R 4519 | 2:53 PM Covilhã | 4h30 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 542 · R 4519 | 2:53 PM Covilhã | 4h22 | 7:15 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 542 · R 4519 | 2:53 PM Covilhã | 4h25 | 7:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 5685 · R 5404 · R 4518 | 3:55 PM Covilhã | 3h32 | 7:27 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
R 5685 · IC 514 | 3:55 PM Covilhã | 4h23 | 8:18 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5685 · R 5404 | 3:55 PM Covilhã | 3h08 | 7:03 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5685 · R 5404 · R 4518 | 3:55 PM Covilhã | 3h30 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 543 · IC 514 | 4:56 PM Covilhã | 3h22 | 8:18 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 544 · IC 529 | 7:11 PM Covilhã | 5h22 | 12:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 544 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 7:11 PM Covilhã | 5h34 | 12:45 AM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 544 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 7:11 PM Covilhã | 5h32 | 12:43 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Trains from Covilha to Coimbra with Comboios De Portugal. High-speed trains available on this route with Comboios De Portugal. Regional trains available on this route with Comboios De Portugal. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Science museum of the university with historic cabinets, laboratories, and interactive displays across several buildings.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and experimental programming in a modern university context.
Ceremonial university courtyard with sweeping city views and access to major heritage buildings on the hilltop campus.
Large botanical garden of the university with rare plants, terraces, and tranquil paths in a historic scientific setting.
Historic riverside quarter with narrow lanes, traditional houses, and access to key monuments in the lower city.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely celebrated around Coimbra and often paired with sparkling wine.
Goat stew slowly cooked in a black clay pot with potatoes and herbs. It is a rustic Beira dish tied to regional family celebrations.
Tender goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and garlic. A traditional festive dish in central Portugal, common in Coimbra homes and taverns.
Refined dining in the Quinta das Lágrimas estate, known for elegant Portuguese cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a romantic historic setting.
Traditional Coimbra restaurant famed for chanfana and regional classics, with a rustic atmosphere and strong local following.
Historic, formal restaurant serving polished Portuguese dishes and regional wines in a classic old-school dining room.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining, coffee, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Coimbra-B -> Coimbra-A, Coimbra
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Coimbra.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Covilha 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.

Most Covilha to Coimbra trains use the Covilha to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Espadaneira. Use this guide to compare Covilha and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Covilha is 1 km from Covilha city centre. Public transport options include:
Covilha has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Covilha.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Covilha. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Covilha.
Available at Covilha: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Covilha: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Covilha: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Solneve, Pousada da Serra da Estrela, Hotel Santa Eufémia.
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.
Check train stations information for Covilha and Coimbra, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.