- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
National museum in the former bishop’s palace with outstanding Romanesque sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Entroncamento to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Entroncamento to Coimbra will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 4 trains that leave Entroncamento for Coimbra on Wed, Jul 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Entroncamento to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Entroncamento to Coimbra:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Entroncamento to Coimbra costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 14m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€7). The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 1m 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 Entroncamento to Coimbra trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 PM Entroncamento | 1h42 | 8:22 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 PM Entroncamento | 0h58 | 8:31 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Entroncamento | 1h42 | 9:22 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:03 PM Entroncamento | 1h00 | 12:03 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 5:40 AM Entroncamento | 1h36 | 7:16 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Entroncamento | 1h36 | 8:16 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Entroncamento to Coimbra run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 1:00 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
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Coimbra-B -> Coimbra-A, Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Entroncamento 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 Entroncamento to Coimbra trains use the Entroncamento to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Entroncamento and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Entroncamento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante O Pote, Restaurante O Túnel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Entroncamento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Entroncamento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Entroncamento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Entroncamento: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Entroncamento: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Gameiro, Dom Joao Hotel, Hotel Torres Novas.
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.
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