The cheapest and fastest trains from Sintra to Coimbra
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sintra to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sintra to Coimbra will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sintra for Coimbra every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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 Sintra to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sintra to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 177 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
$24 Average Price | $10 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Sintra to Coimbra train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 810 · AP 123 | 7:54 am Mira Sintra-Melecas | 2h51 | 10:45 am Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
IR 810 · AP 123 · U 16812 | 7:54 am Mira Sintra-Melecas | 4h16 | 12:10 pm Bencanta halt | 2 changes | |
IR 810 · AP 123 | 7:58 am Agualva-Cacem | 2h47 | 10:45 am Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 6408 · AP 135 · U 16824 | 3:02 pm Mira Sintra-Melecas | 3h08 | 6:10 pm Bencanta halt | 2 changes | |
R 6408 · AP 135 | 3:02 pm Mira Sintra-Melecas | 2h43 | 5:45 pm Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 6408 · AP 135 | 3:07 pm Agualva-Cacem | 2h38 | 5:45 pm Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 6414 · IC 529 · U 16800 | 9:11 pm Mira Sintra-Melecas | 3h20 | 12:31 am Bencanta halt | 2 changes | |
R 6414 · IC 529 | 9:11 pm Mira Sintra-Melecas | 2h52 | 12:03 am Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
R 6414 · IC 529 | 9:15 pm Agualva-Cacem | 2h48 | 12:03 am Coimbra-B | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sintra to Coimbra
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 06:54 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Sintra to Coimbra trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Sintra and Coimbra from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sintra to Coimbra train

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