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Important Dates
Submission Deadline
May 1, 2026
Notification
July 1, 2026
Early Bird
July 31, 2026
Camera Ready
July 17, 2026
Conference
September 9 – 11, 2026
Conference venue:

Quinta das Lágrimas, an SLH Hotel

Rua António Augusto Gonçalves
Coimbra, 3041-901
Portugal

Coordinates: 40°11'51.5"N 8°25'57.7"W
How to get to Coimbra

Coimbra can be reached easily from Porto and Lisbon International Airports, both are connected to various cities in Europe and around the world. Porto Airport (OPO), located around 100 kilometres north of Coimbra, is the closest option, but may offer fewer direct flights to some international destinations. Lisbon Airport (LIS), located approximately 200 kilometres to the south, has a wide network of global connections. For both airports, the quickest and most economical way to get to Coimbra is to use local transport to the train station and then take a train towards the city. This route guarantees a comfortable and efficient journey to the conference venue.

From Porto
Travelling to Coimbra from Porto Airport

If you are arriving in Portugal via Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) in Porto, there are several convenient options for traveling to Coimbra. Below, we outline the most common and practical routes:

The train is the preferred method of transportation due to its comfort, affordability, and reliability. Here’s how to proceed:

  1. From Porto Airport to Campanhã Train Station:
    • Upon arrival at Porto Airport, head to the metro station located just outside the terminal.
    • Purchase an Andante card and charge it with a Z4 ticket for this journey. A single trip costs around €2.25.
    • Take Line E (Violet Line) on the Porto Metro system. This line runs directly to Campanhã Station, with a travel time of approximately 35 minutes.
  2. From Campanhã to Coimbra-B Train Station:
    • At Campanhã, board a train bound for Coimbra. You can choose between Alfa Pendular (AP) or Intercidades (IC) services:
      • Alfa Pendular: Faster and more comfortable, but slightly more expensive.
      • Intercidades: Slower but still efficient and economical.
    • The fare for a second-class ticket typically ranges below €20.
    • Check the schedule and book your tickets in advance at CP – Comboios de Portugal to ensure availability.
    • The journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  3. From Coimbra-B to Your Final Destination:
    • Take a taxi directly from Coimbra-B to your hotel; fares should not exceed €10. You can order Uber or Bolt cars, and the price is lower than conventional taxis.

Please be aware that the last Intercidades train departs Porto-Campanhã for Coimbra-B at approximately 20:32 (check closer to your travel date).

For those who prefer bus travel, here’s what you need to know:

  1. From Porto Airport to Campo 24 de Agosto Bus Station:
    • Take Line E (Violet Line) on the metro to the “Campo 24 de Agosto” stop. The journey takes about 25 minutes.
    • Exit the metro and walk across the square to reach the bus station.
    • From Campo 24 de Agosto to Coimbra:
      • Express buses operated by Rede Expressos run every hour and take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
      • Tickets cost around €15 and can be purchased online at Rede Expressos.
  1. From Porto Airport to Campanhã Train Station:
  • Take Line E (Violet Line) on the metro to Campanhã Station. The journey takes about 35 minutes.
  • From Campanhã to Coimbra:
    • FlixBus operates direct services from Campanhã to Coimbra. These buses take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes and offer a comfortable ride.
    • Tickets cost less than €10 and can be purchased online through FlixBus.
    • Additionally, express buses operated by Rede Expressos run every hour and take around 1 hour and 20 minutes. Tickets cost around €10 and can be booked online at Rede Expressos.

A convenient alternative is to use an airport shuttle service that provides direct transportation from Porto Airport to hotels in Coimbra:

  • Book online at AirportShuttle or contact them directly via email at coimbra@airportshuttle.pt for more information (including cost).

Driving offers flexibility if you prefer renting a car. You can check the car rental companies working at Porto Airport at their website. The common route to Coimbra is:

  1. Leave the airport and follow the A1 motorway toward Coimbra.
  1. Exit at Coimbra Norte.
  2. The total driving time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Please be aware that this route has tolls, which cost around €8.10.

Travelling to Coimbra from Lisbon Airport

If you prefer to arrive in Portugal via Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon, we have listed below the main routes to travel to Coimbra:

The train is the preferred method of transportation due to its comfort, affordability, and reliability. Here’s how to proceed:

  1. From Lisbon Airport to Oriente Station:
    • Upon arrival at Lisbon Airport, head to the metro station located just outside the Terminal 1.
    • Purchase a navegante® occasional card (€0.50) and charge it with a Carris/Metro ticket for this journey. You can also use a personal contactless bank card to validate this journey. A single one-way trip using either card costs around €1.85.
    • Take São Sebastião (Red Line) on the Lisbon Metro system. This line passes through 2 stops until the Oriente Station, with a travel time of approximately 6 minutes.
  2. From Oriente Station to Coimbra-B Train Station:
    • At Oriente Station, board a train bound for Coimbra. You can choose between Alfa Pendular (AP) or Intercidades (IC) services:
      • Alfa Pendular: Faster and more comfortable, but slightly more expensive.
      • Intercidades: Slower but still efficient and economical.
    • The fare for a second-class ticket typically ranges below €30 (below €20 if purchased in advance).
    • Check the schedule and book your tickets in advance at CP – Comboios de Portugal to ensure availability.
    • The journey takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes.
  3. From Coimbra-B to Your Final Destination:
    • Take a taxi directly from Coimbra-B to your hotel; fares should not exceed €10. You can order Uber or Bolt cars, and the price is lower than conventional taxis.

Please be aware that the last Intercidades train departs Oriente Station for Coimbra-B at approximately 22:09 (check closer to your travel date).

For those who prefer bus travel, here’s what you need to know:

    1. From Lisbon Airport to Oriente Station:
      • Take São Sebastião (Red Line) on the Lisbon Metro system. This line passes through 2 stops until the Oriente Station, with a travel time of approximately 6 minutes.
      • Exit the metro and search for the bus station (with big structures made of steel and glass).
  • From Oriente Station to Coimbra:
      • FlixBus operates direct services from Oriente Station to Coimbra. These buses take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes and offer a comfortable ride.
      • Tickets cost less than €10 and can be purchased online through FlixBus.
      • Additionally, express buses operated by Rede Expressos run every hour and take around 2 hours and 15 minutes. Tickets cost around €10 and can be booked online at Rede Expressos.

A convenient alternative is to use an airport shuttle service that provides direct transportation from Porto Airport to hotels in Coimbra:

  • Book online at AirportShuttle or contact them directly via email at coimbra@airportshuttle.pt for more information (including cost).

Driving offers flexibility if you prefer renting a car. You can check the car rental companies working at Porto Airport at their website. The common route to Coimbra is:

  1. Leave the airport and follow the A1 motorway toward Coimbra.
  1. Exit at Coimbra Sul.
  2. The total driving time is approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Please be aware that this route has tolls, which cost around €15.95.

For travel within the city of Coimbra, the main alternatives are presented below:

The municipal bus network is operated by SMTUC. A ticket sold on board via cash costs €2. You can also buy a Viagem conVIDA card for pre-purchased tickets at an SMTUC store (official and partners) for €0.50. The cost of pre-purchased tickets varies according to the number of travels, please check with the local seller. Some additional tips:

  • You can check the general network with the timetables on the SMTUC website.
  • You can predict specific lines and routes using the official SMTUC application, Google Maps or Moovit.
  • Largo da Portagem is the main square in Coimbra, which joins most of the Coimbra bus lines. From Lago da Portagem, some lines with a stop closest to the conference venue include Lines 6, 18, 23 and 49. Please use the applications above for best accuracy.
  1. Rental Car: You can continue to use the car you rented at one of the airports to get around Coimbra. If you want to look for a local rental car near the Coimbra bus station, some options include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Guerin Coimbra, and Hertz.
  2. Ridesharing: You can use Uber or Bolt applications to travel faster than buses. It should not exceed €10 for routes departing from the center of Coimbra.
  3. Taxi: You can also opt for local conventional taxis. Prices vary, but generally tend to be slightly more expensive than ridesharing.