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Coimbra vs Lisbon

Portugal vs Portugal · 177 km apart

Coimbra

Portugal

€721 ($784)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lisbon

Portugal

€769 ($836)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCoimbraLisbonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.20$7.63Coimbra
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$28.80$30.53Coimbra
Cappuccino$2.16$2.29Coimbra
Monthly groceries (single person)$163$173Coimbra
Monthly public transport pass$26.40$27.98Coimbra
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$69.60$73.78Coimbra
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$20.16$21.37Coimbra
Fitness club membership$20.16$21.37Coimbra
Cinema ticket$5.28$5.60Coimbra
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$437$470Coimbra
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$304$327Coimbra
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$912$981Coimbra
Total single-person budget$784$836Coimbra
Average net salary$1,500$1,590

Verdict

Coimbra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Coimbra runs about $784 versus $836 in Lisbon — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Lisbon leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Coimbra  ·  Full cost of living in Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coimbra cheaper than Lisbon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $784 per month in Coimbra versus $836 in Lisbon — about 7% less.
How far is Coimbra from Lisbon?
The straight-line distance between Coimbra and Lisbon is approximately 177 km (110 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Coimbra or Lisbon?
The estimated average net salary is $1,500 in Coimbra and $1,590 in Lisbon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $716 in Coimbra versus $754 in Lisbon per month.