- 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
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tomar to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tomar to Coimbra will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Tomar to Coimbra without transferring at least once.
R 4426 · R 4517
R 4430 · R 4519
R 4410 · R 4511
R 4436 · R 3401
R 4432 · R 4523
R 4410 · AP 121
R 4440 · IC 529
R 4426 · R 4517
R 4426 · R 4517
R 4430 · R 4519Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tomar 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 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Tomar to Coimbra:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tomar to Coimbra costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 38m.
The table below shows live departures for Tomar to Coimbra trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4410 · R 4511 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 2h24 | 10:25 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4410 · R 4511 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 2h17 | 10:18 AM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4410 · R 4513 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 4h21 | 12:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4410 · R 4511 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 2h19 | 10:20 AM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4410 · AP 121 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 1h50 | 9:51 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4410 · IC 721 | 8:01 AM Tomar station | 3h32 | 11:33 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · R 4513 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 2h07 | 12:16 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · R 4513 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 2h13 | 12:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · R 4513 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 2h09 | 12:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · R 4515 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 4h13 | 2:22 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · IC 513 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 4h29 | 2:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4414 · IC 621 | 10:09 AM Tomar station | 3h25 | 1:34 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4422 · R 4517 | 1:13 PM Tomar station | 4h03 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4422 · R 4519 | 1:13 PM Tomar station | 6h10 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4422 · IC 523 | 1:13 PM Tomar station | 4h20 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · R 4517 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 2h05 | 5:16 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · R 4517 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 1h59 | 5:10 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · R 4519 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 4h12 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · R 4517 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 2h01 | 5:12 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · IC 731 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 4h22 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4426 · IC 523 | 3:11 PM Tomar station | 2h22 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4428 · R 4519 | 4:00 PM Tomar station | 3h23 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4428 · IC 515 | 4:00 PM Tomar station | 4h38 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4428 · IC 731 | 4:00 PM Tomar station | 3h33 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · R 4519 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 2h04 | 7:15 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · R 4519 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 2h12 | 7:23 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · R 4519 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 2h07 | 7:18 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · R 4523 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 4h15 | 9:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · IC 731 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 2h22 | 7:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4430 · IC 515 | 5:11 PM Tomar station | 3h27 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · R 4523 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 3h15 | 9:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · R 4523 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 3h09 | 9:20 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · R 4523 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 3h11 | 9:22 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · R 4523 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 3h15 | 9:26 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · IC 723 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 3h20 | 9:31 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4432 · IC 515 | 6:11 PM Tomar station | 2h27 | 8:38 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4436 · R 3401 | 8:11 PM Tomar station | 2h55 | 11:06 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4436 · R 3401 | 8:11 PM Tomar station | 3h00 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4436 · R 3401 | 8:11 PM Tomar station | 2h57 | 11:08 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
R 4436 · R 3401 | 8:11 PM Tomar station | 3h00 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4436 · IC 529 | 8:11 PM Tomar station | 3h52 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 4440 · IC 529 | 10:06 PM Tomar station | 1h57 | 12:03 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Tomar to Coimbra run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 10:21 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
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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 Tomar 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 Tomar to Coimbra trains use the Tomar to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Tomar and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tomar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Taverna Antiqua, Restaurante Bela Vista
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Tomar. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tomar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tomar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tomar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tomar: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel dos Templários, Thomar Boutique Hotel, Hotel Kamanga.
Paialvo is 6 km from Tomar city centre. Public transport options include:
Paialvo has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paialvo.
Carvalhos de Figueiredo is 3 km from Tomar city centre. Public transport options include:
Carvalhos de Figueiredo has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carvalhos de Figueiredo.
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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