- 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 Sep 29
S$20
Average ticket price on Sep 29
S$20
Fastest journey on Sep 29
13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
17 m
Trains on Sep 29
21
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mealhada to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mealhada to Coimbra will cost around S$20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only S$20.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 21 trains from Mealhada to Coimbra, including 21 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 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.










The table below shows live departures for Mealhada to Coimbra trains for today, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4652 | 7:16 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 7:36 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 520 | 7:42 AM Mealhada | 0h13 | 7:55 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4654 | 8:08 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 8:28 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4656 | 8:16 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 8:36 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4658 | 9:26 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 9:46 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4660 | 10:16 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 10:36 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4662 | 11:16 AM Mealhada | 0h20 | 11:36 AM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4664 | 12:11 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 12:31 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4666 | 12:56 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 1:16 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4668 | 2:16 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 2:36 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4670 | 3:16 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 3:36 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4672 | 4:11 PM Mealhada | 0h21 | 4:32 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4674 | 5:12 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 5:32 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4676 | 6:16 PM Mealhada | 0h19 | 6:35 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4678 | 7:16 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 7:36 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4680 | 8:25 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 8:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4682 | 9:17 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 9:37 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 830 | 9:39 PM Mealhada | 0h15 | 9:54 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4684 | 10:25 PM Mealhada | 0h20 | 10:45 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 29 | |||||
![]() | 2:51 AM Mealhada | 0h17 | 3:08 AM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mealhada to Coimbra run on average 15 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$4 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:39, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price S$4 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 2:39 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
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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 Mealhada 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 Mealhada to Coimbra trains use the Mealhada to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Vilela-Fornos. Use this guide to compare Mealhada and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mealhada has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mealhada.
ATMs are available at Mealhada.
Available at Mealhada: Parking, WC.
Available at Mealhada: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mealhada.
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.
Vilela-Fornos is 6 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilela-Fornos has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Vilela-Fornos.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilela-Fornos.
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