Coimbra Airport Transfer Guide (2026) - All Options & Tips
Plan your Coimbra trip stress-free with reliable airport transfer options-well timed for exploring Coimbra hotels and top attractions.
Helpful Tips
Buy and top-up the Andante card at the train station machines for smooth bus and urban train travel across Coimbra.
Use the Coimbra city bus line 103 from the train station to the old town, stopping at 'Praça 8 de Maio' near the university.
Taxis are metered and cheaper if hailed from official stands like the one outside Coimbra-A station rather than booking by phone.
Download the 'Move-Me' app to see real-time bus positions and plan multi-modal trips combining buses and trains in the Coimbra region.
Common Scams to Avoid
Unlicensed drivers at the arrivals curb claim the meter is broken and quote inflated flat fares to downtown Coimbra. Insist on using the official taxi queue or ride-hailing apps where the fare is transparent.
Some airport kiosks advertise 'fixed-price' shared shuttles but then charge a second 'luggage fee' that was never disclosed. Confirm the total cost before boarding and ask for a printed receipt.
Currency-exchange booths inside the small terminal offer 'no-commission' rates that hide a wide buy-sell spread. Compare the mid-market rate on your phone and use ATMs or city-center banks instead.