- 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
Kč731
Average price
Kč946
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Évora to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Évora to Coimbra will cost around Kč946 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč731.
It's difficult to get from Évora to Coimbra without transferring at least once.
IC 696 · IC 529
IC 694 · IC 723 · R 3401
IC 694 · IC 723 · R 3401
IC 696 · IC 529 · U 16800
IC 696 · IC 529 · U 16800
IC 690 · AP 123
IC 690 · AP 123
IC 694 · AP 186
IC 698 · AP 133
IC 698 · AP 133Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Évora to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from Kč143. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč143, and a train costs an average of Kč374.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč678 Average price | Kč314 Average price Cheapest | Kč1697 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Évora to Coimbra:
A bus is Kč364 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Évora to Coimbra costing on average Kč678.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around Kč678 compared to roughly Kč1697 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč1019. The journey takes 3h 34m versus 2h 48m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Évora to Coimbra trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 690 · AP 123 · U 16812 | 7:06 AM Evora | 5h04 | 12:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 690 · AP 182 | 7:06 AM Evora | 4h39 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 690 · AP 123 | 7:06 AM Evora | 3h39 | 10:45 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 690 · AP 123 · U 16812 | 7:06 AM Evora | 5h06 | 12:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 690 · AP 123 | 7:06 AM Evora | 3h39 | 10:45 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 690 · IC 721 | 7:06 AM Evora | 4h27 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 692 · AP 125 | 9:06 AM Evora | 4h39 | 1:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 692 · IC 621 | 9:06 AM Evora | 4h28 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 692 · IC 621 · U 16817 | 9:06 AM Evora | 4h54 | 2:00 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 692 · IC 621 · U 16817 | 9:06 AM Evora | 4h52 | 1:58 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 692 · IC 513 | 9:06 AM Evora | 5h32 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 698 · AP 133 · U 16820 | 11:35 AM Evora | 4h37 | 4:12 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 698 · AP 133 · U 16820 | 11:35 AM Evora | 4h35 | 4:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 698 · AP 133 | 11:35 AM Evora | 4h10 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 698 · AP 133 | 11:35 AM Evora | 4h10 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 698 · IC 523 | 11:35 AM Evora | 5h58 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 698 · AP 135 | 11:35 AM Evora | 6h10 | 5:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 694 · IC 723 · R 3401 | 4:57 PM Evora | 6h09 | 11:06 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 694 · AP 186 · U 16830 | 4:57 PM Evora | 5h53 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 694 · AP 186 | 4:57 PM Evora | 3h48 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 694 · IC 723 · R 3401 | 4:57 PM Evora | 6h11 | 11:08 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 694 · AP 129 | 4:57 PM Evora | 4h48 | 9:45 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 694 · AP 186 · U 16830 | 4:57 PM Evora | 5h56 | 10:53 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 694 · IC 723 | 4:57 PM Evora | 4h34 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 696 · IC 529 | 7:06 PM Evora | 4h57 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 696 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 7:06 PM Evora | 5h27 | 12:33 AM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 696 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 7:06 PM Evora | 5h25 | 12:31 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Évora to Coimbra run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč374 but you can travel from only Kč143 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 19:06. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč374 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 7:06 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Évora 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 Évora to Coimbra trains use the Evora to Espadaneira station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Évora and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Evora 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 Fialho, Tasquinha do Oliveira
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Ticket office support is available at Evora. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Evora. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Evora: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Evora: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Evora.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dom Fernando, Moov Hotel Évora, Évora Olive Hotel.
Alcacovas is 24 km from Évora city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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.
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