- Must visit
National Museum Machado de Castro
Major fine arts and archaeology museum built over the Roman cryptoporticus, with important sculpture, painting, and sacred art collections.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Coimbra will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 55 trains that leave Lisbon for Coimbra on Wed, Jul 01, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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 5601 · R 4519
R 4431 · R 3401
R 4419 · R 4517
R 4419 · R 4517
R 5601 · R 4519
AP 137
AP 135
AP 186
AP 127
AP 131Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 $5, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$20 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Lisbon to Coimbra:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Coimbra costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Coimbra trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 131 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 8:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 131 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 8:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 511 | 7:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 511 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 9:38 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 121 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h51 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 121 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h42 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 123 | 9:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 10:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 123 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 10:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 721 | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 721 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4411 · AP 182 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h00 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 1h48 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 182 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 11:45 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 621 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h04 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 621 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h55 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 125 | 12:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 1:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 125 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 1:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 513 | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 513 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 543 · R 4517 | 1:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h01 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 543 · R 4517 | 1:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h53 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4419 · R 4517 | 1:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h31 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4419 · R 4517 | 1:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h23 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 133 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 3:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 523 | 3:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 523 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 135 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 5:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 135 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 5:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5601 · R 4519 | 4:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h08 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 5601 · R 4519 | 4:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h00 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 | 5:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 6:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 127 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 6:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4521 · IR 931 | 5:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h11 | 8:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4521 · IR 931 | 5:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h03 | 8:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 5:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 731 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 137 | 6:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 7:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 137 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 7:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4523 · IR 933 | 6:15 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h11 | 9:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IR 933 | 6:23 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h03 | 9:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 515 | 6:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h08 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 515 | 6:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h59 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 186 | 6:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 1h48 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 186 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 723 | 7:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h01 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 723 | 7:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h52 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4431 · R 3401 | 7:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h26 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4431 · R 3401 | 7:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h18 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
AP 129 | 8:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1h45 | 9:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 129 | 8:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h36 | 9:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 529 | 10:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h03 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 529 | 10:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h54 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 1 | |||||
IC 521 | 6:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h01 | 8:31 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 521 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1h52 | 8:31 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lisbon to Coimbra run on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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.
Major fine arts and archaeology museum built over the Roman cryptoporticus, with important sculpture, painting, and sacred art collections.
University museum with scientific collections, historic instruments, and exhibitions linked to Coimbra’s academic heritage.
Literary house museum dedicated to the celebrated Portuguese writer, preserving manuscripts, books, and personal belongings.
Steep, photogenic medieval lane connecting lower and upper Coimbra, popular for atmosphere, stairs, and old-city character.
Historic botanical garden with shaded paths, exotic plant collections, and a peaceful setting close to the university.
Historic upper town around the university, best explored on foot for heritage streets, viewpoints, and academic atmosphere.
Roast suckling pig from nearby Bairrada, prized for crisp skin and juicy meat. It is one of the region’s most famous celebratory dishes.
Traditional goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, and spices in a clay pot. It is a classic dish of the Coimbra district countryside.
Salt cod roasted with olive oil, garlic, and potatoes. A beloved central Portuguese preparation commonly found in Coimbra restaurants.
Small, iconic traditional tavern famous for hearty Portuguese dishes, rustic atmosphere, and a very local dining experience.
Established fine dining restaurant in Quinta das Lágrimas, offering upscale Portuguese cuisine in a romantic historic setting.
Refined restaurant at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, known for modern Portuguese cuisine, elegant plating, and scenic terrace views over Coimbra.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon or Porto. Student-focused areas offer good value, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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Coimbra-B, Coimbra -> Coimbra-A, Coimbra City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Coimbra trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lisboa - Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Oriente has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Parking, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Lisboa - Entrecampos is 3 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Entrecampos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Laurentina, O Talho
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference, Hotel 3K Europa, NH Lisboa Campo Grande.
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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