There are 4 ways to get from Lisbon to Coimbra by train, bus, rideshare or car
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Lisbon to Coimbra by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Coimbra is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 35m.
The fastest way to get from Lisbon to Coimbra is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €12 - €19.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente and arriving at Coimbra-B. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.
The distance between Lisbon and Coimbra is 211 km. The road distance is 205.4 km.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Coimbra without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €12 - €19.
The train from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.
Lisbon to Coimbra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios station.
Lisbon to Coimbra train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, depart from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente station.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Coimbra is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €25 and takes 2h 20m.
- Distance: 210.7 km
- Duration: 1h 36m
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Coimbra, Portugal?
Comboios De Portugal operates a train from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B hourly. Tickets cost €12 - €19 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra hourly. Tickets cost €12 - €17 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Four other operators also service this route.
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 210 900 032
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 36m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12 - €19
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Website
- https://www.rede-expressos.pt/en
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.fr
Bus from Lisbon to Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.com
Bus from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €16 - €24
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.co.uk
Bus from Lisbon - Oriente to Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +351 913 568 693
- hello@gipsyy.com
- Website
- gipsyy.com
Bus from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Schedules at
- gipsyy.com
- Phone
- +3 318 576 2228
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Lisbon to Coimbra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €10
- Schedules at
- blablacar.com
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More Questions & Answers
Lisbon to Coimbra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra station.
Lisbon to Coimbra train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, arrive at Coimbra-B station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Coimbra is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Lisbon to Coimbra.
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