1h 39m, Direct
06:43
CoimbraCoimbra-B
08:22
LisbonLisboa Oriente
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First train
02:55
Last train
21:43
Travel duration
1h 52m
Daily departures
39
Departure station
Coimbra
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Lisbon
Ticket price
from $18
Fastest trip
1h 39m
Longest trip
3h 6m
Trains to Coimbra
Inbound trains reach Coimbra mainly at Coimbra-B, with local connections continuing to Coimbra station in the city center. CP Alfa Pendular services from Lisboa Oriente arrive in around 1h40m to 1h55m, while Intercidades trains from Lisbon usually take about 2h. Trains from Porto Campanha reach Coimbra-B in around 1h to 1h20m. Services from Aveiro arrive in about 35m to 50m, depending on the train category. Northbound long-distance trains from Braga reach Coimbra in around 2h, and selected south-north services from Faro arrive in roughly 5h to 6h.
Visiting Coimbra
Coimbra sits on Portugal's main north-south rail axis between Lisbon and Porto, making it an important stop on the national CP network. The city is served by two passenger stations: Coimbra-B on the North Line for long-distance trains, and Coimbra station in the city center for local and regional connections. This station pair gives Coimbra a clear role as a central Portugal rail hub rather than a terminal city.
Trains from Coimbra include Alfa Pendular services, Intercidades trains, InterRegional and Regional services, and local CP trains between Coimbra-B and Coimbra station. Coimbra-B is the main train station for long-distance train tickets, while Coimbra station is used for central-city access and shorter movements within the local network. Portugal does not currently operate high-speed rail through Coimbra, but Alfa Pendular is the fastest conventional long-distance service on the route.
Rail routes from Coimbra run south toward Lisbon, Santarem, and the Algarve connection, north toward Aveiro, Porto, Braga, and Guimaraes, and regionally toward Figueira da Foz and towns across the Mondego corridor. Book trains from and to Coimbra online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Coimbra
From Coimbra-B, CP long-distance trains run south on the North Line toward Lisboa Oriente, Lisboa Santa Apolonia, and onward connections across southern Portugal. Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services form the main reserved train options for national travel, while InterRegional services provide additional links on the same corridor.
Northbound trains from Coimbra-B follow the North Line toward Aveiro, Porto Campanha, Braga, and Guimaraes, with connections across northern Portugal. Regional CP services also support shorter trips around central Portugal, including movements between Coimbra-B and Coimbra station and routes toward Figueira da Foz via the local network.
Coimbra
Coimbra - Home to one of the oldest universities in the world and the medieval Joanina Library. The city is a major rail junction in central Portugal.
Coimbra-B
Station
1h 52m
Train Operators Serving Coimbra
Comboios de Portugal, commonly known as CP, operates the passenger rail services serving Coimbra. CP runs Alfa Pendular trains from Coimbra-B as the fastest reserved long-distance option on Portugal's main north-south corridor. CP Intercidades services provide reserved intercity trains on national routes. CP Regional and InterRegional trains handle shorter trips around central Portugal and the link between Coimbra-B and Coimbra station. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for CP services serving Coimbra.
Destinations from Coimbra
CP service types from Coimbra-B
Fast long-distance services: Alfa Pendular trains from Coimbra-B on the Lisbon, Porto, Braga, and Faro corridors. Intercity services: Intercidades trains linking Coimbra with Lisbon, Porto, Guarda, Covilha connections, and southern Portugal where available. Regional and InterRegional services: CP trains for Aveiro, Entroncamento, Pampilhosa, and other central Portugal stations. Local rail links: trains between Coimbra-B and Coimbra station for central access. Airport connections: no direct airport train serves Coimbra, so passengers connect by rail through Porto Campanha or Lisboa Oriente.
Travel from Coimbra to Lisbon by high-speed train and visit the Belem Tower or explore the historic Alfama district and Jorge Castle.
Frequency
39 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
1h 52m
Lisbon
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Porto by Alfa Pendular and explore the Ribeira district or visit the historic Livraria Lello and Clerigos Tower.
Frequency
18 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
1h 4m
Porto
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Faro by train and explore the historic University of Coimbra before heading to the Roman ruins and lagoons of the Algarve.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
4h 40m
Faro
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Albufeira by train to visit the beaches of Praia da Falesia or explore the historic Old Town district near the Atlantic coast.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
4h 16m
Albufeira - Ferreiras
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Aveiro by train and visit the historic University of Coimbra or explore the canals and Moliceiro boats in the Ria de Aveiro.
Frequency
17 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
26m
Aveiro
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Carregal do Sal by train and visit the picturesque Capela de São Pedro or the historic Igreja Matriz de Carregal do Sal.
Frequency
3 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
48m
Carregal do Sal
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Mealhada by train and visit the famous wine cellars of Bairrada or enjoy local delicacies at O Rápido restaurant.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
13m
Mealhada
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Guarda by train and visit the historic Guarda Cathedral or explore the stunning views from the Torre de Serra da Estrela.
Frequency
3 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
2h 3m
Guarda
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Granja do Ulmeiro - Alfarelos by regional train and visit the beautiful gardens of the local parks or enjoy a walk along the Mondego River.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
12m
Granja do Ulmeiro - Alfarelos
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Espinho by train and enjoy the beaches at Praia da Baía or visit the charming Espinho Municipal Market.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
51m
Espinho
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Mangualde by train and visit the historic center of Mangualde or admire the stunning architecture of the Nossa Senhora da Assunção Church.
Frequency
3 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
1h 7m
Mangualde
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Braga by train and visit the stunning Bom Jesus do Monte or the historic Braga Cathedral located in the city center.
Frequency
6 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
1h 45m
Braga
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Tunes by train and visit the stunning beaches of Praia da Rocha or the historic Fort of Santa Catarina.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
4h 9m
Tunes
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Santa Comba Dao by train and visit the stunning Santa Comba Dao River or the historic Church of Santa Comba.
Frequency
3 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
38m
Santa Comba Dao
Portugal
Travel from Coimbra to Pombal by train and visit the impressive Pombal Castle or the charming Praça Marques de Pombal.
Frequency
11 times per day
Popular Trains
Coimbra
Portugal
27m
Pombal
Portugal
Coimbra Major Train Stations
Coimbra has two main passenger stations with different roles. Coimbra-B is the principal long-distance station on Portugal's North Line, served by CP Alfa Pendular, Intercidades, InterRegional, and Regional trains running northbound and southbound. Coimbra station, also known locally as Coimbra-A, is the central station closer to the city core and is linked to Coimbra-B by local CP trains. Most long-distance passengers use Coimbra-B and transfer to Coimbra station when the city-center stop is more suitable. The short inter-station rail link is important when booking separate regional and long-distance services. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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Comboios de Portugal (CP)
Comboios de Portugal operates passenger trains across Portugal.