How to travel from Lisbon to Coimbra

There are 2 options to travel between Lisbon and Coimbra including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Coimbra is a bus with an average price of kr43.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Coimbra:

A bus is kr75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Coimbra costing on average kr118.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Coimbra is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 19m.

The distance from Lisbon to Coimbra is approximately 109 miles (177 km).

The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Coimbra is:

• Around 80 buses per day.
• Around 50 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Coimbra as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Coimbra:

• Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Coimbra-B.
• Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Coimbra, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Coimbra by train.
• Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Rodonotre, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Carris Metropolitana to go to Coimbra by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Coimbra with the following travel companies:

• 39 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
• 76 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Rodonotre, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Coimbra often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Aveiro, Madrid, Nazaré, Figueira da Foz Municipality. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Coimbra and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Coimbra to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Coimbra, you can explore the Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra, attend a soulful Fado concert, stroll along the scenic Mondego River, visit the interactive Science Museum of the University of Coimbra, and discover vibrant local markets. Notable sights include the historic University of Coimbra, the baroque Biblioteca Joanina, the Romanesque Sé Velha cathedral, the partially submerged Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha, and the Machado de Castro National Museum with its Roman artifacts.

A stay of two to three days in Coimbra is ideal to explore its historic university, visit the Joanina Library, stroll through the charming streets, and enjoy local cuisine.