The cheapest and fastest trains from Portalegre to Coimbra
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portalegre to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portalegre to Coimbra will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portalegre for Coimbra on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Portalegre to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portalegre to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 132 km
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portalegre to Coimbra train times
The table below shows live departures for Portalegre to Coimbra trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 482 · IC 523 | 2:10 PM Portalegre | 3h23 | 5:33 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 482 · IC 523 · U 16825 | 2:10 PM Portalegre | 3h47 | 5:57 PM Espadaneira halt | 2 transfers | |
R 482 · IC 523 · U 16824 | 2:10 PM Portalegre | 4h00 | 6:10 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
R 482 · IC 523 · U 16825 | 2:10 PM Portalegre | 3h49 | 5:59 PM Bencanta halt | 2 transfers | |
R 486 · R 3401 | 7:42 PM Portalegre | 3h29 | 11:11 PM Coimbra-B | 1 transfer | |
R 486 · R 3401 | 7:42 PM Portalegre | 3h24 | 11:06 PM Espadaneira halt | 1 transfer | |
R 486 · R 3401 | 7:42 PM Portalegre | 3h26 | 11:08 PM Bencanta halt | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 PM Portalegre | 3h23 | 4:33 PM Coimbra | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portalegre to Coimbra
Trains from Portalegre to Coimbra run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Portalegre to Coimbra trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Portalegre and Coimbra from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portalegre to Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portalegre 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portalegre to Coimbra
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rua do Padrão.
- A Cozinha da Maria
- Solar do Bacalhau
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Coimbra Dona Inês
- Tivoli Coimbra Hotel
- Hotel Oslo Coimbra
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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