- Must visit
National Museum Machado de Castro
Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marinha Grande to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marinha Grande to Coimbra will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Marinha Grande for Coimbra on Mon, Jun 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Marinha Grande to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marinha Grande to Coimbra:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marinha Grande to Coimbra costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 19m.
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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 Marinha Grande to Coimbra trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:49 PM Marinha Grande | 1h31 | 8:20 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 PM Marinha Grande | 1h31 | 9:20 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marinha Grande to Coimbra run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Open-air thematic museum-park with miniature Portuguese monuments and pavilions, especially popular with families and social media visitors.
University museum with historic scientific instruments, natural history displays, and collections linked to Coimbra's academic heritage.
Historic upper town around the university, filled with steep lanes, academic traditions, and many of the city's most iconic viewpoints.
Modern riverside park with promenades, lawns, and bridges, very popular for relaxed walks, sunsets, and local outdoor life.
Historic botanical garden with shaded paths, exotic plants, terraces, and one of the city's most pleasant quiet escapes.
Roast suckling pig from the nearby Bairrada region, prized for its crisp skin and juicy meat. It is one of the best-known celebratory dishes around Coimbra.
Traditional goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, and bay leaves in black clay pots. It is a classic inland dish strongly associated with the Coimbra area.
Hearty bean and meat soup with sausage and pork, popular in central Portugal. It is rustic, filling, and commonly found in traditional restaurants near Coimbra.
Small, iconic tavern famous for rustic central Portuguese food, hearty portions, and a very local, informal atmosphere.
Established contemporary venue offering creative Portuguese cuisine in a stylish setting, suitable for a more upscale meal in Coimbra.
Refined restaurant at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, known for contemporary Portuguese cooking and elegant views over Coimbra.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Student-friendly dining helps, but central hotels and tourist restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change is enough in cafés; round up for taxis.
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Coimbra-B, Coimbra -> Coimbra-A, Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marinha Grande 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 Marinha Grande to Coimbra trains use the Marinha Grande to Bencanta station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra-B. Use this guide to compare Marinha Grande and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marinha Grande is 1 km from Marinha Grande city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Marinha Grande has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Marinha Grande.
Available at Marinha Grande: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marinha Grande.
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.
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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