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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Coimbra is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 12h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Coimbra is to fly and towncar which takes 5h 14m and costs €230 - €360.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra via Valladolid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Coimbra-B via Segovia Guiomar, Ourense, Porrino and Porto Campanha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Santander to Coimbra?

The distance between Santander and Coimbra is 596 km. The road distance is 657 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Coimbra without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 22m and costs €55 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Santander to Coimbra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Coimbra bus from?

Santander to Coimbra bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Coimbra train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Coimbra?

The best way to get from Santander to Coimbra is to train which takes 13h 55m and costs €85 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus via Valladolid, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Santander to Coimbra bus arrive?

Santander to Coimbra bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Valladolid station.

What is the time difference between Santander and Coimbra?

Coimbra is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 8:45 PM in Santander and 7:45 PM in Coimbra.

Where does the Santander to Coimbra train arrive?

Santander to Coimbra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Segovia Guiomar station.

Can I drive from Santander to Coimbra?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Coimbra is 657 km. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Santander to Coimbra.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Coimbra?

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Santander to Coimbra - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, towncar, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Santander to Coimbra by plane, towncar, train, bus, train (Renfe), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Santander Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)SDR - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Coimbra
5h 14m
€234–359
Train, bus via Coimbra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to CoimbraBlaBlaCar Bus
10h 26m
€41–159
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
10h 22m
€56–104
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Segovia GuiomarAlv
2. Take the train from Segovia Guiomar to Ourense
3. Take the train from Ourense to Porrino
4. Take the train from Porrino to Porto CampanhaIc
5. Take the train from Porto Campanha to Coimbra-BIc / ...
13h 55m
€87–166
Drive 657 km
1. Drive from Santander to Coimbra657 km
6h 41m
€103–148
Fly Santander Airport to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)SDR - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B
5h 46m
€89–246
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)BIO - OPO
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Coimbra
7h 16m
€209–293
Bus via Valladolid
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to ValladolidAlsa
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
10h 30m
€51–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander to PortoFlixBus 783 / ...
2. Take the bus from Porto to Coimbra1022 / ...
12h 35m
€41–79

Santander to Coimbra by train, foot, and bus

4Weekly Services

10h 22mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596.1 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Santander to Coimbra-B via Segovia Guiomar, Ourense, Porrino, and Porto Campanha in around 13h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra via Valladolid in around 10h 30m.

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