The cheapest and fastest trains from Coimbra to Faro
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
6 h 6 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Faro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Faro will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Coimbra for Faro every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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 train, coach and flight for Coimbra to Faro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 357 km
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£34 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Coimbra to Faro train times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Faro trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4503 · AP 180 | 06:21 Bencanta halt | 5h02 | 11:23 Faro station | 1 change | |
AP 180 | 06:43 Coimbra-B | 4h40 | 11:23 Faro station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4501 · AP 130 · IC 570 | 07:30 Espadaneira halt | 6h00 | 13:30 Faro station | 2 changes | |
R 4501 · AP 130 · IC 570 | 07:33 Bencanta halt | 5h57 | 13:30 Faro station | 2 changes | |
AP 130 · IC 570 | 07:43 Coimbra-B | 5h47 | 13:30 Faro station | 1 change | |
IC 520 · IC 570 | 07:57 Coimbra-B | 5h33 | 13:30 Faro station | 1 change | |
R 4511 · AP 120 · IC 572 | 10:18 Espadaneira halt | 7h17 | 17:35 Faro station | 2 changes | |
R 4511 · AP 120 · IC 572 | 10:21 Bencanta halt | 7h14 | 17:35 Faro station | 2 changes | |
AP 120 · IC 572 | 10:43 Coimbra-B | 6h52 | 17:35 Faro station | 1 change | |
U 16811 · IC 720 · IC 572 | 10:57 Espadaneira halt | 6h38 | 17:35 Faro station | 2 changes | |
U 16811 · IC 720 · IC 572 | 11:00 Bencanta halt | 6h35 | 17:35 Faro station | 2 changes | |
IC 720 · IC 572 | 11:56 Coimbra-B | 5h39 | 17:35 Faro station | 1 change | |
R 4515 · IC 512 · IC 574 | 14:15 Espadaneira halt | 7h47 | 22:02 Faro station | 2 changes | |
R 4515 · IC 512 · IC 574 | 14:18 Bencanta halt | 7h44 | 22:02 Faro station | 2 changes | |
IC 512 · IC 574 | 14:52 Coimbra-B | 7h10 | 22:02 Faro station | 1 change | |
U 16819 · AP 184 | 14:58 Espadaneira halt | 5h25 | 20:23 Faro station | 1 change | |
U 16819 · AP 184 | 15:01 Bencanta halt | 5h22 | 20:23 Faro station | 1 change | |
U 16818 · IC 722 · IC 574 | 15:10 Bencanta halt | 6h52 | 22:02 Faro station | 2 changes | |
U 16818 · IC 722 · IC 574 | 15:13 Espadaneira halt | 6h49 | 22:02 Faro station | 2 changes | |
AP 184 | 15:43 Coimbra-B | 4h40 | 20:23 Faro station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 722 · IC 574 | 15:56 Coimbra-B | 6h06 | 22:02 Faro station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 05:15 Coimbra | 7h15 | 12:30 Faro | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coimbra to Faro
Trains from Coimbra to Faro run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 18:15 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Coimbra to Faro trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Coimbra and Faro from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Coimbra to Faro train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Faro 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 Faro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coimbra and Faro
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- O Seu Café
- Restaurante Centenário
- Choco & Nut
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Faro & Beach Club
- Hotel Eva Senses
- Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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