Porto to Castelo Branco train with Comboios De Portugal

Thu, Sep 17
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Castelo Branco

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€27

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€36

Fastest journey on Sep 17

4 h 30 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

4 h 57 m

Trains on Sep 17

43

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Castelo Branco is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Porto to Castelo Branco will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Porto to Castelo Branco without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 25623
    8:45 AM5h40
    Porto - Campanhã
    2:25 PMRetaxo
    271One-way
    3 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalR 4668 · IC 513 · R 5684 · R 5676
    12:50 PM6h41
    Porto - Campanhã
    7:31 PMCastelo Branco station
    281One-way
    4 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalR 4658 · IC 511 · R 5682 · R 5674
    7:50 AM5h59
    Porto - Campanhã
    1:49 PMCastelo Branco station
    281One-way
    4 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalU 15712 · R 4658 · IC 511 · R 5682
    7:50 AM6h21
    Porto - Campanhã
    2:11 PMBenquerencas
    281One-way
    5 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 25625
    5:45 PM4h43
    Porto - Campanhã
    10:28 PMRetaxo
    281One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Porto to Castelo Branco

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 175 km

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Driving

€26

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€52

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 42m

Average total duration

4h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 40m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Castelo Branco is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Castelo Branco:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Castelo Branco costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Castelo Branco is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Castelo Branco take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto and Castelo Branco including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Porto to Castelo Branco train times

The table below shows live departures for Porto to Castelo Branco trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Comboios De PortugalR 3400 · R 5623 · IC 115431:08 AM Porto - Campanhã
15h04
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalR 3400 · R 481 · IC 115411:08 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h07
11:15 AM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalR 3400 · R 5621 · IC 115411:08 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h07
11:15 AM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 180 · R 4504 · IC 541 · IC 115415:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
5h35
11:15 AM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 180 · R 4504 · IC 541 · IC 115435:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h32
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 180 · R 4504 · R 5623 · IC 115435:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h32
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 180 · R 4504 · R 485 · IC 115435:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h32
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 520 · IC 541 · IC 115436:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
9h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 520 · R 5623 · IC 115436:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
9h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 520 · R 485 · IC 115436:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
9h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 520 · R 481 · IC 115416:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
4h30
11:15 AM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 128 · IC 510 · R 485 · IC 115437:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
8h32
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 128 · IC 510 · R 5601 · IC 115457:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
14h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 128 · IC 510 · R 5623 · IC 115437:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
8h32
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalU 15712 · R 4658 · IC 511 · R 56827:50 AM Porto - Campanhã
5h59
1:49 PM Castelo Branco station4 transfers
Comboios De PortugalU 15712 · R 4658 · IC 511 · R 56827:50 AM Porto - Campanhã
6h21
2:11 PM Benquerencas5 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · R 5601 · IC 115458:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
13h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · R 5623 · IC 115438:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
7h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 256238:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
5h40
2:25 PM Retaxo3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 730 · R 485 · IC 115438:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
7h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 720 · R 5601 · IC 1154510:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
11h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 720 · R 485 · IC 1154310:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
5h27
4:12 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 720 · R 485 · IC 1154510:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
11h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 720 · IC 543 · IC 10543 · R 2562410:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
7h54
6:39 PM Retaxo3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 720 · IC 543 · IC 10543 · R 2562410:45 AM Porto - Campanhã
7h51
6:36 PM Benquerencas3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 122 · R 4510 · R 5625 · IC 1154511:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 122 · R 4510 · R 5601 · IC 1154511:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 122 · R 4510 · R 5601 · R 562511:40 AM Porto - Campanhã
10h59
10:39 PM Castelo Branco station5 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 524 · R 5625 · IC 1154512:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
9h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 524 · R 5601 · IC 1154512:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
9h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalU 15728 · R 4668 · IC 513 · R 568412:50 PM Porto - Campanhã
6h41
7:31 PM Castelo Branco station4 transfers
Comboios De PortugalU 15728 · R 4668 · IC 512 · R 560112:50 PM Porto - Campanhã
9h25
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station4 transfers
Comboios De PortugalU 15728 · R 4668 · IC 513 · IC 1054412:50 PM Porto - Campanhã
6h42
7:32 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 132 · IC 512 · R 5601 · R 56251:40 PM Porto - Campanhã
8h59
10:39 PM Castelo Branco station5 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 132 · IC 512 · R 5625 · IC 115451:40 PM Porto - Campanhã
8h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 132 · IC 512 · R 5601 · IC 115451:40 PM Porto - Campanhã
8h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 722 · R 5601 · IC 115452:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
7h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 722 · R 5625 · IC 115452:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
7h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 722 · R 5601 · R 5625 · R 556252:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
7h54
10:39 PM Castelo Branco station4 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 124 · R 4516 · IC 545 · IC 105454:40 PM Porto - Campanhã
5h48
10:28 PM Retaxo4 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 124 · R 4516 · IC 545 · IC 115454:40 PM Porto - Campanhã
5h35
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 620 · IC 545 · IC 115455:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
4h30
10:15 PM Castelo Branco station2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 256255:45 PM Porto - Campanhã
4h43
10:28 PM Retaxo3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Porto to Castelo Branco

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Trains from Porto to Castelo Branco run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 4h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
4h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
4h 43m
First train
1:08 AM
Last train
8:04 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Porto to Castelo Branco trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Porto and Castelo Branco from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Comboios De Portugal

About
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway company of Portugal, operating medium- and long-distance services across the country as well as international connections to Spain and France. CP’s train types include Alfa Pendular (AP), high-speed trains reaching up to 220 km/h between Porto, Lisbon, and Faro; Intercidades, long-distance trains running at up to 200 km/h; Inter-Regional (IR) for medium-distance travel; and Regional services for local routes. International (IN) trains connect Portugal with key destinations abroad. Fare options include Promo tickets — available 5 to 60 days in advance and non-refundable — and Normal tickets, which are refundable for a fee. Both fare types are offered in 1st and 2nd class. Onboard amenities may include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Lisbon–Porto, Lisbon–Faro, and Porto–Faro, offering scenic views of Portugal’s countryside and coastline.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Comboios De Portugal Duration
4h 43m
Cheapest Comboios De Portugal Price
€18
Comboios De Portugal frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar-cafeteria service with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Porto to Castelo Branco

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Castelo Branco 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 Castelo Branco, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Porto to Castelo Branco can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Porto to Castelo Branco is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Porto to Castelo Branco is 4h 43m to travel the 175 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Porto to Castelo Branco leaves at 1:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Porto to Castelo Branco leaves at 8:04 PM.
There are 12 trains a day from Porto to Castelo Branco which require at least one change with Comboios De Portugal. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Porto to Castelo Branco. You can choose between Comboios De Portugal. Comboios De Portugal trains take around 4h 43m
When taking a train from Porto to Castelo Branco, you can count on Comboios De Portugal for the best way to get you to Castelo Branco. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Porto and Castelo Branco and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Castelo Branco from Porto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 43m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Porto to Castelo Branco is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto and Castelo Branco including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Porto to Castelo Branco

Most Porto to Castelo Branco trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Castelo Branco station pair, with some services arriving at Benquerencas. Use this guide to compare Porto and Castelo Branco train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Porto
Arrival train stations in Castelo Branco

Which Porto station do trains to Castelo Branco leave from?

Trains from Porto to Castelo Branco leave from Porto - Campanhã. The station is 2 km from Porto city centre at R. Pinheiro de Campanhã Largo da Estação, Porto 4300-173, Portugal.
Porto - CampanhãR. Pinheiro de Campanhã Largo da Estação, Porto 4300-173, Portugal+351 707 210 220WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Porto - Campanhã from Porto city centre

Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:

Train853, 865, 869, 871, 877, Re, 15151, 15153, 15155, 15157, 15159, 15161, 15163, 15165, 15167, 15169, 15171, 15173, 15175, 15177, 15179, 15181, 15183, 15201, 15203, 15205, 15207, 15209, 15211, 15213, 15215, 15217, 15219, 15221, 15223, 15225, 15227, 15229, 15231, 15233, 15235, 15237, 15239, 15241, 15243, 15245, 15247, 15249, 15251, 15401, 15403, 15405, 15407, 15409, 15411, 15413, 15415, 15417, 15419, 15421, 15423, 15425, 15427, 15429, 15431, 15433, 15501, 15503, 15505, 15507, 15509, 15511, 15513, 15515, 15517, 15519, 15521, 15523, 15525, 15527, 15529, 15531, 15533, 15535, 15537, 15539, 15541, 15543, 15545, 15547, 15549, 15551, 15553, 15703, 15705, 15707, 15711, 15715, 15719, 15723, 15725, 15727, 15731, 15735, 15737, 15739, 15743, 15747, 15755, 15757, 15759, 15761, 15763, 15765, 15851, 15855, 35201, 35401, 35801 · 4m · €1 · every ~11 min
Bus207 · 8m · €3 · every ~11 min
9M · 6m · €3 · every ~3 min
Autna · 22m · €1
SubwayC, E, Bx, A, B, F · 6m · €1 · every ~11 min

Porto - Campanhã train station facilities and services

Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.

Porto - Sao BentoPraça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal+351 707 210 220WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Porto - Sao Bento from Porto city centre

Bus905, 906 · 3m · €3 · every ~17 min
SubwayD · 3m · €1 · every ~2 min

Porto - Sao Bento train station facilities and services

Porto - Sao Bento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.

Contumil4350-251 Porto, PortugalDiningATMAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Contumil from Porto city centre

Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe, 15241, 15243, 15245, 15247, 15251, 15423, 15501, 15503, 15515, 15521, 15527, 15533, 15539, 15543, 15549, 15551, 15553, 15237, 15233, 15429, 15227, 15229, 15155, 15159, 15163, 15165, 15167, 15171, 15177, 15183, 15153, 15205, 15201, 15223, 15219, 15217, 15225, 15213, 15209, 15215, 15505, 15431, 15417, 15419, 15421, 15415, 15425, 15427, 15433, 15529, 15511, 15517, 15523, 15535, 15541, 15545, 15413, 15507, 15411, 15169, 15407, 15151, 15161, 15409, 15181, 15203, 15207, 15211, 15175, 15231, 15235, 15239, 15249, 15401, 15403, 15405, 15221, 15179, 15509, 15513, 15519, 15525, 15531, 15537, 15547, 35201, 35401 · 8m · €1 · every ~8 min
Bus402 · 20m · €3 · every ~8 min
SubwayF · 17m · €1

Contumil train station facilities and services

Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Contumil.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Contumil.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.

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