What is the cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

The cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

The fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Ponferrada and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct bus from Ponferrada to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra via Vigo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ponferrada and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct train from Ponferrada to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Coimbra-B via Porrino and Porto Campanha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

The distance between Ponferrada and Coimbra is 526 km. The road distance is 392.4 km.

How do I travel from Ponferrada to Coimbra without a car?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra without a car is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs €40 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Coimbra bus from?

Ponferrada to Coimbra bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Ponferrada station.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Coimbra train from?

Ponferrada to Coimbra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Ponferrada station.

Train or bus from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Ponferrada to Coimbra bus arrive?

Ponferrada to Coimbra bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Vigo station.

What is the time difference between Ponferrada and Coimbra?

Coimbra is 1h behind Ponferrada. It is currently 6:12 AM in Ponferrada and 5:12 AM in Coimbra.

Where does the Ponferrada to Coimbra train arrive?

Ponferrada to Coimbra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Porrino station.

Can I drive from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponferrada to Coimbra is 392 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Ponferrada to Coimbra.

How do I get a train ticket from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ponferrada to Coimbra?

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Ponferrada to Coimbra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 5 ways to get from Ponferrada to Coimbra by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to PorrinoAlv
2. Take the train from Porrino to Porto CampanhaIc
3. Take the train from Porto Campanha to Coimbra-BIc / ...
8h 28m
€40–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to VigoAlsa
2. Take the bus from Vigo to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
9h 14m
€27–44
Drive 392.4 km
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Coimbra392.4 km
4h 50m
€62–89
Drive, fly, bus
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Braganca Airport (BGC)
2. Fly from Braganca Airport (BGC) to Viseu Airport (VSE)BGC - VSE
3. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Viseu to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
29h 49m
€64–281
Bus, towncar
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to Lugo
2. Take a town car from Lugo to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Coimbra
8h 15m
€536–540

Ponferrada to Coimbra by train

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8h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 526.4 km
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Ponferrada, Spain and Coimbra, Portugal?

You can take a train from Ponferrada to Coimbra-B via Porrino and Porto Campanha in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ponferrada to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra via Vigo in around 9h 14m.

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