Portugal

Getting to Coimbra by train

Trains to Coimbra arrive at Coimbra-B, served by CP – Comboios de Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades. Gopaxo compares every offer in a single search to find you the best price to this city in Portugal.

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Why visit Coimbra?

Coimbra is one of the most searched-for cities in Portugal. Travellers come for Universidade de Coimbra, Sé Velha and Quinta das Lágrimas, all reachable on foot or by public transport from the station. The train drops you in the centre — no airport transfer, no check-in queue.

How to get to Coimbra by train

Coimbra is reached by train via Lisbon, the country's main rail hub. Compare the connections on Gopaxo: we aggregate CP – Comboios de Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades to show the fastest and cheapest itinerary.

Coimbra train station

The main station is Coimbra-B. Long-distance trains run by CP – Comboios de Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades arrive here, with connections to city transport. Be on the platform 10 to 15 minutes before departure: unlike flying, there is no check-in.

What to see in Coimbra

The highlights worth planning for:

Universidade de Coimbra
Sé Velha
Quinta das Lágrimas

Practical info for Coimbra

The essentials before you go:

Country: Portugal
Main station: Coimbra-B
Currency: EUR (€)
Main language: Portuguese
Operators: CP – Comboios de Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Coimbra by train?

Trains to Coimbra arrive at Coimbra-B. Connections usually go through Lisbon. Compare every option on Gopaxo and book in seconds.

Which station do trains to Coimbra use?

The main station in Coimbra is Coimbra-B, in the city centre and connected to urban transport.

Which train companies serve Coimbra?

The main operators are CP – Comboios de Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades. Gopaxo compares their timetables and fares in a single search.

What is there to see in Coimbra?

The most visited sights are Universidade de Coimbra, Sé Velha and Quinta das Lágrimas. All are reachable from Coimbra-B.

How much is a train ticket to Coimbra?

The price depends on your departure city, the date and the operator. Booking ahead on Gopaxo gets you the best available fares, shown in EUR.

Can I book a ticket to Coimbra on Gopaxo?

Yes. Gopaxo compares train, bus, carpooling and plane to Coimbra in one search and lets you book at the best price with guaranteed support.

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