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The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro to Coimbra

Showing times and prices for Jun 17

Cheapest price

$53

Average price

$65

Fastest journey

4 h 45 m

Average duration

5 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

357 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Faro to Coimbra will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.

Fast trains

Of the 16 trains that leave Faro for Coimbra on Tue, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .

On Tue, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.

IC 674 · IC 529

06:15PM5h48

Faro station

12:03AMCoimbra-B

$531One-way

1 transfer

IC 674 · IC 529 · U 16800

06:15PM6h16

Faro station

12:31AMBencanta halt

$551One-way

2 transfers

IC 674 · IC 529 · U 16800

06:15PM6h18

Faro station

12:33AMEspadaneira halt

$551One-way

2 transfers

AP 186 · IC 723 · R 3401

04:00PM7h06

Faro station

11:06PMEspadaneira halt

$581One-way

2 transfers

IC 672 · AP 137

02:15PM5h30

Faro station

07:45PMCoimbra-B

$641One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Faro to Coimbra

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€35 Average price	€21 Average price Cheapest	€88 Average price
6h 18m Average duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 10m Average duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 37m Average duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions	1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Faro to Coimbra train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17

Last updated at 11:00 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
AP 182	6:00 AM Faro station	4h45	10:45 AM Coimbra-B	0 transfersDirect
AP 182 · U 16812	6:00 AM Faro station	5h12	11:12 AM Espadaneira halt	1 transfer
AP 182 · U 16812	6:00 AM Faro station	5h10	11:10 AM Bencanta halt	1 transfer
IC 670 · AP 125 · U 16816	7:22 AM Faro station	5h48	1:10 PM Bencanta halt	2 transfers
IC 670 · AP 125 · U 16816	7:22 AM Faro station	5h50	1:12 PM Espadaneira halt	2 transfers
IC 670 · AP 125	7:22 AM Faro station	5h23	12:45 PM Coimbra-B	1 transfer
IC 672 · AP 137 · U 16828	1:15 PM Faro station	5h52	7:07 PM Espadaneira halt	2 transfers
IC 672 · AP 137	1:15 PM Faro station	5h30	6:45 PM Coimbra-B	1 transfer
IC 672 · AP 137 · U 16828	1:15 PM Faro station	5h50	7:05 PM Bencanta halt	2 transfers
AP 186 · U 16830	3:00 PM Faro station	6h53	9:53 PM Espadaneira halt	1 transfer
AP 186	3:00 PM Faro station	4h45	7:45 PM Coimbra-B	0 transfersDirect
AP 186 · IC 723 · R 3401	3:00 PM Faro station	7h06	10:06 PM Espadaneira halt	2 transfers
AP 186 · U 16830	3:00 PM Faro station	6h50	9:50 PM Bencanta halt	1 transfer
IC 674 · IC 529 · U 16800	5:15 PM Faro station	6h16	11:31 PM Bencanta halt	2 transfers
IC 674 · IC 529	5:15 PM Faro station	5h48	11:03 PM Coimbra-B	1 transfer
IC 674 · IC 529 · U 16800	5:15 PM Faro station	6h18	11:33 PM Espadaneira halt	2 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Faro to Coimbra

Portugal

Trains from Faro to Coimbra run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $15 (€12)

Distance

221 miles (357 km)

Average train duration

5h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

$24 (€20)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 45m

First train

05:22

Last train

18:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $15 (€12)

Train companies: Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades from Faro to Coimbra trains

Buy your official Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades train tickets from Faro to Coimbra from $23 (€19) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Comboios Portugal (CP) is the main train company in Portugal operating medium and long-distance train services operating across Portugal. CP train types include International (IN) which connect Portugal with Spain and France; Alfa Pendular (AP) operating high-speed trains up to 220 km/h between Porto, Lisbon and Faro; Intercidades, long-distance trains operating up to 200km/h; Inter-Regional (IR), which offer medium distance services; and Regional, CP's local services. There are two types of fares available for CP trains: Promo (booked 5-60 days in advance and non-refundable) and Normal (refundable for a fee) available for both 1st and 2nd class tickets. Take a train with CP to Coimbra from Faro.

Train information from Faro to Coimbra with Comboios De Portugal:

Average Duration: 4 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $55
Comboios De Portugal frequency: 1 a day

Alfa Pendular offers high-speed train services connecting major cities in Portugal and is operated by Comboios de Portugal (CP). Alfa Pendular trains run from Faro to Coimbra with premium express trains reaching speeds of up to 220km/h. They offer a Tourist or standard ticket type with comfortable seats and a Conforto (Comfort) ticket type with more spacious seating. CP's Alfa Pendular trains are an excellent option for your train travel between major Portuguese cities like Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra and Braga.

Faro to Coimbra train information with Alfa Pendular:

Average Duration: 4 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $37

Comboios de Portugal's Intercidades are intercity train services connecting different regions in Portugal including between Faro to Coimbra. Intecidades trains offer convenient and efficient train travel between major cities in Portugal like Lisbon, Porto & Faro at up top 200km/h. Which is a little slower than the Alfa Penduar services but are often more economical. They offer amenities like comfortable seating, catering onboard, Wi-Fi and they are accessible. Tourist tickets offer the previously mentioned amenities, whilst the Comfort tickets have extra leg room.

Faro to Coimbra train information with Intercidades:

Average Duration: 5 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $23

FAQs: Trains from Faro to Coimbra

FAQs: Travel by train from Faro to Coimbra easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Faro to Coimbra.

Cheap train tickets from Faro to Coimbra can start from as little as $23 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Faro to Coimbra is $42 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Faro to Coimbra is 5 h 48 min to travel the 221 mile (356 km) long trip, with around there are 14 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Faro to Coimbra leaves at 5: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Faro to Coimbra leaves at 6: 15 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Faro to Coimbra without having to change trains with Comboios De Portugal or Alfa Pendular. There are 2 direct trains from Faro to Coimbra each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Faro to Coimbra with Alfa Pendular or Intercidades. Overall you can travel with the following companies: Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular or Intercidades.

For the route from Faro to Coimbra you can take a train with Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular or Intercidades. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Faro to Coimbra on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 15 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Faro, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Coimbra-B, located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Faro to Coimbra by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Coimbra from Faro including taking a train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Faro to Coimbra

Faro

Coimbra

The major train station for departures in Faro is Faro. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Faro for your trip from Faro to Coimbra.

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