- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
Major fine arts museum in a former episcopal palace, showing sculpture, painting, sacred art and decorative objects from several centuries.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 16 trains from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
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Trains from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 19:47 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra.
The table below shows live departures for Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 6451 · U 16813 | 9:22 Caldas da Rainha | 2h38 | 12:00 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
R 6451 | 9:22 Caldas da Rainha | 2h07 | 11:29 Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 6451 · U 16813 | 9:22 Caldas da Rainha | 2h36 | 11:58 Espadaneira halt | 1 change | |
R 6451 · U 16812 | 9:22 Caldas da Rainha | 2h48 | 12:10 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
IR 805 · U 16827 | 16:25 Caldas da Rainha | 2h33 | 18:58 Espadaneira halt | 1 change | |
IR 805 · R 4518 | 16:25 Caldas da Rainha | 3h00 | 19:25 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
IR 805 · U 16827 | 16:25 Caldas da Rainha | 2h35 | 19:00 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
IR 805 | 16:25 Caldas da Rainha | 2h07 | 18:32 Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 6455 · R 4523 | 19:06 Caldas da Rainha | 2h16 | 21:22 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
R 6455 | 19:06 Caldas da Rainha | 2h08 | 21:14 Coimbra-B | 0 changesdirect | |
R 6455 · U 16830 | 19:06 Caldas da Rainha | 3h44 | 22:50 Bencanta halt | 1 change | |
R 6455 · R 4523 | 19:06 Caldas da Rainha | 2h14 | 21:20 Espadaneira halt | 1 change | |
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Major fine arts museum in a former episcopal palace, showing sculpture, painting, sacred art and decorative objects from several centuries.
Science museum of the University of Coimbra with historic instruments, laboratories and hands-on displays that explain natural science clearly.
Compact university museum exploring sacred art, ceremony and academic heritage inside a historic religious setting near the upper town.
Historic university quarter with ceremonial spaces, old academic buildings and superb city views. It is essential for a first visit to Coimbra.
Lively pedestrian street in the old centre, lined with shops and historic facades. It is ideal for exploring the lower town on foot.
Broad riverside park with lawns, paths and bridges. It offers relaxed walks, family space and excellent perspectives across the Mondego.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin, a Bairrada classic widely eaten in Coimbra and traditionally paired with sparkling wine.
Goat or lamb roasted with potatoes and olive oil, a hearty central Portugal dish served at family gatherings and festive meals.
Goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic and spices in clay pots. It is a rustic regional speciality from the Coimbra area.
Classic Coimbra venue serving hearty Portuguese dishes and local specialities in a busy, unfussy, traditional dining room.
Well-known house for Bairrada roast suckling pig and regional wines, with a straightforward traditional atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for central Portuguese cooking, especially roast kid and regional classics, in a warm old-fashioned setting.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto, with lower hotel rates, inexpensive dining and cheap local buses for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change is fine in cafés; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Coimbra-B -> Coimbra Station, Coimbra
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caldas da Rainha 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.

Most Caldas da Rainha to Coimbra trains use the Caldas da Rainha to Bencanta station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra-B. Use this guide to compare Caldas da Rainha and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Caldas da Rainha has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Caldas da Rainha.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Caldas da Rainha. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Caldas da Rainha. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Caldas da Rainha: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Caldas da Rainha: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caldas da Rainha.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristal Caldas, Sana Silver Coast Hotel, Hotel Dona Leonor.
Bencanta is 3 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Bencanta has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Bencanta.
ATMs are available at Bencanta.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bencanta.
Coimbra-B is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra-B has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Coimbra-B.
ATMs are available at Coimbra-B.
Available at Coimbra-B: Taxis, WC.
Available at Coimbra-B: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra-B.
Espadaneira is 4 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Espadaneira has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Espadaneira.
Accessibility facilities are available at Espadaneira.
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