- 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 on Oct 10
€14
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€17
Fastest journey on Oct 10
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
2 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 10
28
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guarda to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guarda to Coimbra will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 28 trains from Guarda to Coimbra, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
R 5400
R 5404
R 5402
R 5404 · R 4518
R 5400 · R 4506
IC 510
IC 512
IC 514
R 5404
R 5400Trains from Guarda to Coimbra run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Guarda to Coimbra trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5402 | 10:09 AM Guarda station | 2h27 | 12:36 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5402 · U 16814 | 10:09 AM Guarda station | 3h01 | 1:10 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 5682 · R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 | 11:47 AM Guarda station | 5h46 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 3 transfers | |
R 5682 · R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 | 11:47 AM Guarda station | 6h23 | 6:10 PM Bencanta halt | 4 transfers | |
R 5682 · R 5674 · R 5622 · IC 523 | 11:53 AM Barracão-Sabugal | 5h40 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 3 transfers | |
IC 512 | 12:48 PM Guarda station | 2h02 | 2:50 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 512 · U 16818 | 12:48 PM Guarda station | 2h22 | 3:10 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 542 · IC 525 · R 4518 | 2:07 PM Guarda station | 5h18 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 542 · R 4519 | 2:07 PM Guarda station | 5h11 | 7:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 542 · IC 525 | 2:07 PM Guarda station | 4h26 | 6:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 542 · IC 525 | 2:13 PM Barracão-Sabugal | 4h20 | 6:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5685 · R 5404 | 4:34 PM Barracão-Sabugal | 2h29 | 7:03 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5404 | 4:46 PM Guarda station | 2h17 | 7:03 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5404 · R 4518 | 4:46 PM Guarda station | 2h39 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 543 · IC 514 | 5:36 PM Barracão-Sabugal | 2h42 | 8:18 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 514 | 6:15 PM Guarda station | 2h03 | 8:18 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 514 · R 23401 | 6:15 PM Guarda station | 4h53 | 11:08 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 544 · IC 529 | 6:25 PM Guarda station | 6h08 | 12:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 544 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 6:25 PM Guarda station | 6h18 | 12:43 AM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 544 · IC 529 | 6:31 PM Barracão-Sabugal | 6h02 | 12:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5400 | 5:05 AM Guarda station | 2h20 | 7:25 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5400 · R 4506 | 5:05 AM Guarda station | 3h21 | 8:26 AM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 540 · IC 721 | 7:02 AM Guarda station | 4h31 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 540 · IC 621 | 7:02 AM Guarda station | 6h32 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 540 · IC 721 · U 16812 | 7:02 AM Guarda station | 5h08 | 12:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 540 · IC 621 · U 16816 | 7:02 AM Guarda station | 7h08 | 2:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
IC 540 · IC 721 | 7:08 AM Barracão-Sabugal | 4h25 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 510 | 7:18 AM Guarda station | 2h02 | 9:20 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 510 · U 16810 | 7:18 AM Guarda station | 2h52 | 10:10 AM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 5683 · R 5402 | 8:38 AM Barracão-Sabugal | 3h58 | 12:36 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
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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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Coimbra-B -> Coimbra-A, Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guarda 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 Guarda to Coimbra trains use the Guarda to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Guarda and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Guarda is 2 km from Guarda city centre. Public transport options include:
Guarda has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Guarda.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guarda.
Barracão-Sabugal is 3 km from Guarda city centre. Public transport options include:
Barracão-Sabugal has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Barracão-Sabugal.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barracão-Sabugal.
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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