- 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 20
$55
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$64
Fastest journey on Sep 20
13 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
13 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 20
8
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seville to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seville to Coimbra will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Seville to Coimbra without transferring at least 3 times.
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IC 529 · R 486Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Seville to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, while a flight costs an average of $430.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $430 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Seville to Coimbra:
A train is $44 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Seville to Coimbra costing on average $51.
A train is $424 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seville to Coimbra costing on average $430.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 26m.
Bus takes on average 9h 25m.
Tickets start at around $6 compared to roughly $92 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $86. The journey takes 8h 26m versus 5h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Seville to Coimbra run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 25m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
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 Seville 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 Seville to Coimbra trains use the Sevilla-Santa Justa to Coimbra-B station pair. Use this guide to compare Seville and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sevilla-Santa Justa is 1 km from Seville city centre. Public transport options include:
Sevilla-Santa Justa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Espresso, Tutti-Frutti, McDonald’s, Santagloria
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are located near the station bus stop and inside on the Level 0 concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 00:30, Sun: 05:15 - 00:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located just off the main concourse near Platform 1. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sevilla-Santa Justa: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Sevilla-Santa Justa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sevilla-Santa Justa: Escalators, elevators, personalized special assistance. Contact +34 917744040 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Apartamento Santa Justa, Posada Pilatos, Hotel Hesperia Sevilla.
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.
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