The cheapest and fastest trains from Castelo Branco to Santarém
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castelo Branco to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Santarém will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Castelo Branco for Santarém on Tue, Aug 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:06 AM2h55Castelo Branco1:01 PMSantarém€71One-way0 transfers
10:12 AM3h54Castelo Branco2:06 PMSantarém€121One-way0 transfers
3:52 AM3h35Castelo Branco7:27 AMSantarém€131One-way0 transfers
9:06 AM4h00Castelo Branco1:06 PMSantarém€131One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM2h26Castelo Branco8:27 AMSantarém€141One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM2h26Castelo Branco8:27 AMSantarém€141One-way0 transfers
10:06 AM2h55Castelo Branco1:01 PMSantarém€71One-way0 transfers
3:52 AM3h35Castelo Branco7:27 AMSantarém€131One-way0 transfers
10:12 AM3h54Castelo Branco2:06 PMSantarém€121One-way0 transfers
9:06 AM4h00Castelo Branco1:06 PMSantarém€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Castelo Branco to Santarém
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Santarém among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 121 km
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€12 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Castelo Branco to Santarém train times
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Santarém trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 | 4:52 AM Castelo Branco station | 3h35 | 8:27 AM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · IC 540 | 4:52 AM Castelo Branco station | 5h47 | 10:39 AM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · R 5620 | 4:52 AM Castelo Branco station | 9h14 | 2:06 PM Santarém station | 4 transfers | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · R 482 | 4:52 AM Castelo Branco station | 11h26 | 4:18 PM Santarém station | 4 transfers | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 | 4:58 AM Benquerencas | 3h29 | 8:27 AM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 10540 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 8:12 AM Castelo Branco station | 5h54 | 2:06 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 10540 · IC 540 | 8:12 AM Castelo Branco station | 2h27 | 10:39 AM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 10540 · R 482 · IC 512 | 8:12 AM Castelo Branco station | 8h06 | 4:18 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 10540 · IC 542 | 8:12 AM Castelo Branco station | 9h27 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 11540 · IC 540 | 8:32 AM Castelo Branco station | 2h07 | 10:39 AM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 11540 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 8:32 AM Castelo Branco station | 5h34 | 2:06 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 11540 · R 482 · IC 512 | 8:32 AM Castelo Branco station | 7h46 | 4:18 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 11540 · IC 542 | 8:32 AM Castelo Branco station | 9h07 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 4h00 | 2:06 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · IC 542 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 7h33 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 482 | 10:06 AM Castelo Branco station | 6h12 | 4:18 PM Santarém station | 4 transfers | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 10:12 AM Benquerencas | 3h54 | 2:06 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · IC 544 | 2:05 PM Castelo Branco station | 7h56 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · R 486 | 2:05 PM Castelo Branco station | 7h43 | 9:48 PM Santarém station | 4 transfers | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · IC 542 | 2:05 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h34 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25622 · IC 10542 · IC 542 | 2:11 PM Benquerencas | 3h28 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
R 25623 · IC 10542 · IC 542 | 2:29 PM Benquerencas | 3h10 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 10542 · IC 544 | 3:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 6h49 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 10542 · R 486 · IC 514 | 3:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 6h36 | 9:48 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 11542 · R 486 · IC 514 | 3:32 PM Castelo Branco station | 6h16 | 9:48 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 11542 · IC 542 | 3:32 PM Castelo Branco station | 2h07 | 5:39 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 11542 · IC 544 | 3:32 PM Castelo Branco station | 6h29 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
R 25624 · R 55624 · R 5624 · IC 544 | 6:30 PM Castelo Branco station | 3h31 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
R 25624 · R 55624 · R 5624 · IC 544 | 6:36 PM Benquerencas | 3h25 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 3 transfers | |
IC 10544 · IC 544 | 7:32 PM Castelo Branco station | 2h29 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 11544 · IC 544 | 7:52 PM Castelo Branco station | 2h09 | 10:01 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castelo Branco to Santarém
Trains from Castelo Branco to Santarém run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Castelo Branco to Santarém
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Santarém by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santarém, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castelo Branco to Santarém
Most Castelo Branco to Santarém trains use the Castelo Branco to Santarem station pair. Use this guide to compare Castelo Branco and Santarém train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Castelo Branco station do trains to Santarém leave from?
Getting to Castelo Branco from Castelo Branco city centre
Castelo Branco train station facilities and services
Castelo Branco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Pinguim, Restaurante O Lagarto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castelo Branco. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Castelo Branco. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castelo Branco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castelo Branco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castelo Branco: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainha D. Amélia, Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo, Hotel Império do Rei.
Getting to Benquerencas from Castelo Branco city centre
Benquerencas is 7 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Getting to Retaxo from Castelo Branco city centre
Retaxo is 10 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Retaxo train station facilities and services
Retaxo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Retaxo.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Retaxo.
Which Santarém station do trains from Castelo Branco arrive at?
Getting to Santarem from Santarém city centre
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
Santarem train station facilities and services
Santarem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.

