- 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
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Vila Nova de Gaia for Coimbra on Mon, Jul 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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 train as it is the most popular option from Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m 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 Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra:
A bus is $5 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra costing on average $9 (€9).
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€9) compared to roughly $27 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€18). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 14m 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.
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 Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra trains for today, Sunday, July 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 126 · R 4518 | 5:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h40 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 126 | 5:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h57 | 6:42 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 620 | 5:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h04 | 6:54 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 620 · R 4518 | 5:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h35 | 7:25 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
U 15747 · AP 134 | 6:14 PM General Torres | 1h27 | 7:41 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
AP 134 · U 16828 | 6:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h20 | 8:05 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 134 | 6:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h56 | 7:41 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 15765 · IC 528 | 7:14 PM General Torres | 1h40 | 8:54 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IC 528 | 7:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h04 | 8:54 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 528 · U 16830 | 7:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h00 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
IR 820 | 7:59 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h17 | 9:16 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 15755 · AP 136 | 8:04 PM General Torres | 1h37 | 9:41 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
IR 830 | 8:35 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 1h19 | 9:54 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 830 · U 16830 | 8:35 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h15 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 136 · U 16830 | 8:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h05 | 10:50 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
AP 136 | 8:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h56 | 9:41 PM Coimbra-B | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 27 | |||||
![]() | 3:56 PM Vila Nova de Gaia | 1h39 | 5:35 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra run on average 73 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 73 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 12:05 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 Vila Nova de Gaia 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 Vila Nova de Gaia to Coimbra trains use the Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Vila Nova de Gaia and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Arco Iris, Restaurante Casa Dias
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Porto Gaia, Mercure Porto Gaia Hotel, The Yeatman.
General Torres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at General Torres.
ATMs are available at General Torres.
Available at General Torres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at General Torres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at General Torres.
Coimbroes is 1 km from Vila Nova de Gaia city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbroes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Coimbroes.
ATMs are available at Coimbroes.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbroes.
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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