- 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.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
53 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Estarreja to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Estarreja to Coimbra will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Estarreja to Coimbra, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Estarreja to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 62 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Estarreja to Coimbra:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Estarreja to Coimbra costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Coimbra take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 55m.
The journey is about 6m faster (49m by train vs 55m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Estarreja to Coimbra trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:13 Estarreja | 0h55 | 2:08 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:13 Estarreja | 0h55 | 3:08 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 1:01 Estarreja | 0h53 | 1:54 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Estarreja to Coimbra run on average 54 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £0.90 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 33m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.90 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Coimbra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coimbra trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
Coimbra-B -> Coimbra Station, Coimbra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Estarreja 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 Estarreja to Coimbra trains use the Estarreja to Coimbra-B station pair, with some services arriving at Bencanta. Use this guide to compare Estarreja and Coimbra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Estarreja has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Estarreja.
ATMs are available at Estarreja.
Accessibility facilities are available at Estarreja.
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.
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.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need