The cheapest and fastest trains from Coimbra to Guarda
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Guarda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Guarda will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 15 trains that leave Coimbra for Guarda every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
IC 515
IC 513
IC 511
R 4509 · IC 511
R 4515 · IC 513
IC 511
IC 515
IC 513
IC 511 · R 5682
R 4509 · IC 511Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Coimbra to Guarda
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Guarda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 104 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coimbra to Guarda train times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Guarda trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4509 · IC 511 | 09:22 Bencanta halt | 2h21 | 11:43 Guarda station | 1 change | |
IC 511 · R 5682 | 09:40 Coimbra-B | 2h12 | 11:52 Barracão-Sabugal | 1 change | |
IC 511 | 09:40 Coimbra-B | 2h03 | 11:43 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4513 · R 5401 | 12:19 Bencanta halt | 3h10 | 15:29 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 5401 | 13:00 Coimbra-B | 2h29 | 15:29 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4515 · IC 513 | 14:18 Bencanta halt | 2h26 | 16:44 Guarda station | 1 change | |
IC 513 · R 5684 | 14:40 Coimbra-B | 3h08 | 17:48 Barracão-Sabugal | 1 change | |
IC 513 | 14:40 Coimbra-B | 2h04 | 16:44 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
U 16821 · R 5403 | 16:01 Bencanta halt | 3h06 | 19:07 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 5403 | 16:30 Coimbra-B | 2h37 | 19:07 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 523 · R 5405 | 17:35 Coimbra-B | 3h22 | 20:57 Guarda station | 1 change | |
U 16825 · R 5405 | 18:01 Bencanta halt | 2h56 | 20:57 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 5405 | 18:27 Coimbra-B | 2h30 | 20:57 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4521 · IC 515 | 20:23 Bencanta halt | 2h21 | 22:44 Guarda station | 1 change | |
IC 515 | 20:40 Coimbra-B | 2h04 | 22:44 Guarda station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coimbra to Guarda
Trains from Coimbra to Guarda run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 20:45 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Coimbra to Guarda trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Coimbra and Guarda from £6. 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 Guarda train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Guarda 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 Guarda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coimbra and Guarda
- 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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