How to Book Train Travel From Porto to Coimbra
Travel between Porto and Coimbra is easy by train, thanks to recent improvements in Portugal's train system. Follow the tips below to book your seats and enjoy a stress-free journey.
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Instructions
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Book Your Seats From Porto to Coimbra
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Call Rail Europe at (888) 382-RAIL (382-7245) or visit the company's Web site (see the Resources section below) to book your ticket. If you prefer, book train tickets through the CP Passengers Web site (see Resources below). CP Passengers is a Portuguese rail company.
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Plan to leave from Porto's main train station, Gare de Campanha. Several trains run from here to Coimbra each day.
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Decide how quickly you want to arrive in Coimbra. The speediest trains are on the Alfa line. Slower and cheaper trains are on the interregional lines.
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Determine your class of service. Most trains offer first- and second-class options. Choose either a standard ticket, railpass or reserved seat.
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Book tickets with a major credit card.
Travel to Coimbra
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Arrive at the Porto train station and find your train number highlighted on the monitors.
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Locate the platform and wait there until your train arrives.
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Board the train marked with your Coimbra destination. Leave large bags at the front of the car.
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Show the conductor your ticket when he or she asks for it, and enjoy your trip. Travel to Coimbra should take about 11/2 hours.
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Tips & Warnings
Book your tickets online to avoid the language barriers that can arise when traveling in a foreign country.
Timetables listing train schedules throughout Portugal are available at any train station for a small fee.
Buy a railpass instead of a single ticket if you plan to travel extensively by train, but you must purchase it before you leave the United States or Canada.
Lines are often very long and you might pay an additional supplement if you purchase tickets at the station. Plan ahead to avoid added charges and delays.
