The cheapest and fastest trains from Coimbra to Vila Real
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coimbra to Vila Real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Vila Real will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Coimbra for Vila Real 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 134 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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 coach and train for Coimbra to Vila Real
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Vila Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 134 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Coimbra to Vila Real train times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Vila Real trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:50 Coimbra | 4h50 | 19:40 Vila Real | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 06:26 Coimbra | 3h51 | 10:17 Vila Real | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:33 Coimbra | 4h52 | 12:25 Vila Real | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Coimbra to Vila Real by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coimbra to Vila Real
Trains from Coimbra to Vila Real run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 21:47 |
FAQs: Coimbra to Vila Real train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Vila Real 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 Vila Real, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coimbra and Vila Real
- 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
Most popular train connections from Coimbra
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