- 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 Aug 29
€29
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€32
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 51 m
Trains on Aug 29
4
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vigo to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vigo to Coimbra will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Vigo to Coimbra without transferring at least once.
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IR 830
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IC 524
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IC 524Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vigo to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a bus costs an average of €24.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m 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 Vigo to Coimbra:
A train is €11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vigo to Coimbra costing on average €24.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 8m.
Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 3h 18m versus 2h 47m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Vigo to Coimbra trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00422+ IR 830 | 6:05 PM Vigo-Guixar | 4h49 | 9:54 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
00422+ AP 136 | 6:05 PM Vigo-Guixar | 4h36 | 9:41 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
00422+ U 15752 · R 4682 | 6:05 PM Vigo-Guixar | 4h32 | 9:37 PM Coimbra-B | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
00420+ IC 524 | 8:58 AM Vigo-Guixar | 5h56 | 1:54 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
00420+ AP 122 | 8:58 AM Vigo-Guixar | 4h43 | 12:41 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
00420+ IC 720 | 8:58 AM Vigo-Guixar | 3h56 | 11:54 AM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Vigo to Coimbra run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
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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 Vigo 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 Vigo to Coimbra trains use the Valenca to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Espadaneira. Use this guide to compare Vigo and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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